Atty. Neska A. Centina
Clear guidance. Personal attention.
Providing professional, practical, and confidential legal assistance to clients in Bacolod City and surrounding areas.
In-person, phone, and video consultations available.
Bar Admission
Member, Philippine Bar
Education
Juris Doctor, University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos
Experience
Reporter, writer, and news anchor at ABS-CBN, Brigada News FM, and Radyo Bandera Bacolod
Membership
Integrated Bar of the Philippines – Negros Occidental Chapter
About
Meet Atty. Neska A. Centina
Atty. Neska A. Centina is a lawyer and notary public in Bacolod City. She offers clear, practical, and confidential guidance, and works directly with each client.
The practice starts with your situation. From there, your options under Philippine law are set out plainly, including likely timelines and fees, so you can decide with confidence.
Learn more about my backgroundPractice Areas
How I can help
Legal assistance for clients in Bacolod City. Each matter begins with a confidential conversation about your situation.
Family Law
Compassionate, confidential legal counsel for annulment, child custody, support, and sensitive family transitions under Philippine law.
Learn moreBusiness & Corporate Law
Business registration, contracts, corporate compliance, and day-to-day legal support for small businesses.
Learn moreReal Estate & Property Law
Property purchases and sales, title verification, leases, and property disputes.
Learn moreCivil Litigation
Collection of sums of money, breach of contract, damages, and other civil disputes.
Learn moreLabor & Employment Law
Illegal dismissal, labor standards, employment contracts, and workplace compliance for employers and employees.
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Working Together
What to expect
How the practice works with every client.
Direct attorney contact
As a solo practice, you deal directly with your lawyer from the first consultation to the end of the matter.
Plain-language explanations
Your options, the process, and the likely costs are explained in clear terms before you decide.
Flexible consultations
Meet in person in Bacolod City, or consult by phone or video if that is easier for you.
Confidential handling
Your information is treated as confidential and handled in line with the Data Privacy Act of 2012.
Legal Insights
Practical legal information
General guides on common legal questions in the Philippines.
Getting Started
How to Prepare for a Legal Consultation
A practical checklist of what to bring and what to ask so you get the most out of your first meeting with a lawyer.
· 4 min read
Business
What to Check Before Signing a Contract
Key provisions to review before you sign a contract in the Philippines, from parties and obligations to termination and dispute resolution.
· 5 min read
Real Estate
Buying Property? Start With Title Verification
Why checking the title is the first step in any Philippine real estate purchase, and the basic documents involved.
· 4 min read
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about consultations and how the practice works.
How does a consultation work?
Submit a consultation request or call the office. You will be contacted to confirm the details of your concern, the consultation fee, and a schedule. Consultations can be held in person, by phone, or by video call.
What should I bring to my consultation?
Bring a valid ID and copies of any documents related to your concern, such as contracts, titles, notices, letters, or court papers. A short written timeline of events is also very helpful.
How much does a consultation cost?
Consultation fees depend on the nature of the matter. The fee is confirmed with you before any consultation is scheduled.
What types of cases do you handle?
Matters handled include real estate transactions, family law, recognition of foreign divorces, wills and succession, extrajudicial settlement of estates, and notarial services. If your concern falls outside the practice, you may be referred to another lawyer where appropriate.
Do you accept clients outside the city?
Yes. The office is based in Bacolod City, and clients from other areas are accepted where the matter can be handled practically. Online consultations are available.
Ready to talk through your concern?
Share a brief, confidential note about your situation. Consultations are available in person in Bacolod City, by phone, or by video.
Contact
Visit or get in touch
Phone
0961 860 0630Email
atty.neska@gmail.comOffice
Door 8, 2nd Floor, East 4 Center, Burgos Extension, Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental 6100, PhilippinesGet directionsFacebook
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