8 Reasons Why Choose The Best San Ramon Family Law

by Whipple Mercado | Apr 26, 2021 | Custody, Divorce, Mediation, Pre-marital Agreements, Separation

When you need the best San Ramon family law attorney, we know you aren’t short on options. At Whipple, Mercado & Associates, we work hard to be the family law attorneys you trust. If you’re looking for legal representation in the Bay Area, here are 8 reasons to schedule a free consultation with us.

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1) Experience You Can Count On

We’ve spent years handling family law cases that have covered a range of complex issues. This depth of experience is what allows us to confidently provide you with the support you need, both in and out of the courtroom. We have extensive knowledge in the areas of:

Paternity
Child support
Spousal Support
Legal separation
Dissolution of Marriage
Domestic violence restraining orders
Prenuptial agreements
Postnuptial agreements
Division of community property and assets
Termination of domestic partnerships
Post-judgment modifications of custody and support
Child custody and visitation, including emergency orders and move-aways

2) Mediation Services

It pays to hire a San Ramon family law attorney with mediation skills. We also offer certified mediation services. You can explore mediation knowing that we have a capable background in litigation if no agreement is reached. That’s the peace of mind you need.

3) A Successful Record

We have a record of successful outcomes in hundreds of family law cases. Whatever your situation or legal goals, you can rest assured that your rights will be aggressively protected.

4) We Work Together

We understand the value of working together with our clients for the best outcomes. You can rely on us to be responsive, open to your ideas, and empathetic to your unique situation. You’re more than a case number to us.

5) Free Initial Consultations

We realize that choosing a San Ramon family law attorney can be overwhelming. That’s why we offer a free initial consultation. This time allows us to talk about your needs and determine if we’re a good fit.

6) Simplifying the Legal Process

We strive to simplify the legal process for you because we know how confusing it seems. A compassionate family law attorney can make all the difference when you need guidance you can trust. We’re available to answer all of your questions and concerns and respond promptly.

7) Full-Service Law Firm

Whipple, Mercado & Associates is a full-service law office. In fact, our firm’s versatility is part of the reason why we have such an impressive rate of success. From mediation to litigation, we’re here for you.

8) Our Reputation is Everything

We pride ourselves on having the knowledge and experience you need, so our reputation means everything to us. Viewing client testimonials today if you’re interested.

Schedule a Free San Ramon Family Law Consultation

Do you have questions about family law? Let’s talk. If you’re going through a difficult time, remember that you’re not alone. You can schedule a free consultation today by calling 925-344-5050, or simply click this link to fill out an online form.

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Tammy J. Mercado

Tammy J. Mercado has a passion for helping her clients achieve their desired results. She listens and she personally and promptly responds to your texts, emails and phone calls. She offers real solutions to your legal matters. Tammy will carefully evaluate the legal issues in your case, provide you with sound advice and offer you the pros and cons of each possible scenario so you can meet your legal objectives. She encourages clients to participate in their own matters. Tammy believes that client participation is key to a positive result and to keeping attorney fees as low as possible. You can be sure that she will offer you straightforward, sound and honest advice in a professional manner, with integrity and excellence.

Before opening her own law practice, Tammy worked for many high-volume law firms. This gave her extensive, diversified experience in hundreds of complex family law cases as well as civil matters. She is admitted to practice law before all courts in California and the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. She is also a member of the American Bar Association, the Contra Costa Bar Association, the Alameda County Bar Association and the Bar Association of San Francisco. Tammy is also a member of the Rotary Club of Danville.

Tammy is a graduate of John F. Kennedy School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Science in business management from the University of Phoenix. Tammy is also a licensed real estate broker, which comes in handy for valuing property in family law cases as well as real estate matters in the civil arena.

During her off time, Tammy is an avid sailor who crews and races on various boats in the San Francisco Bay. Tammy approaches each case as she would any yacht race: by assessing the other’s strengths, weaknesses, experience, equipment, history and reputation. She is a member of the American Sailing Association, and she is a certified Coast Guard Auxiliary member.

HONORS AND AWARDS
Tammy was selected to receive the prestigious “Business Person of the Year” Award in 2017 for the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce.

Tammy is currently serving as Danville Rotary President for 2017 through 2019.

Mary C. Whipple, CFLS

Mary C. Whipple opened her first law practice in the summer of 2008. She previously was an associate attorney at the Law Office of Cummins & Holmes, a full-service civil litigation law firm in San Ramon. The majority of her experience is in family law, which includes divorce, custody, support, prenuptial agreements and domestic-violence restraining orders. Certified by the California State Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization, she is a specialist in the area of family law. Mary has also represented clients in a variety of non-family-law cases, including juvenile dependency, probate, breach of contract and employment disputes, to name a few.

Mary also previously worked as a contract attorney for O’Melveny & Meyers in San Francisco while simultaneously volunteering at the Bar Association of San Francisco’s Volunteer Legal Services Program, representing defendants in unlawful detainer actions. The program acknowledged Mary with an Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service Award in 2006 for her efforts in providing access to justice.

A seventh-generation Californian, Mary is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago School of Law. She earned her Bachelor of Science in criminology at Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Oregon. She is a member of the State Bar of California, the Alameda County Bar Association, and the Contra Costa County Bar Association.

In addition, Mary is active in her community as a member of the Ambassador’s Committee for the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce; a volunteer at the Contra Costa County and Alameda County Superior Courts, where she assists self-represented litigants in completing their divorces; and a member of Divorce Angel, where she provides information regarding family law matters to members of the community. Since 2007 she has been a volunteer judge for Alameda and Contra Costa County’s Annual High School Moot Court Competition. She is also a member of the Danville/Sycamore Valley Rotary Club. She was awarded the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce 2012 Business Person of the Year; and a graduate of the 2012 class of Leadership San Ramon Valley.

CERTIFIED LEGAL SPECIALTIES
Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization