Ermila A. Martinez

Ermila A. Martinez

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Alimony Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody ... +2 more

1901 First Avenue, Suite 188, San Diego, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

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MARTINEZ LAW

1901 First Avenue, Suite 188, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Ermila A. Martinez's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Bri | June 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Ethical and Caring

Attorney Ermila took on my case last minute. She was very transparent and straight forward with my case. She worked very hard to protect me and my daughter. I appreciate her so much and all the hard work she put in. I highly recommend her if you want a caring and fierce attorney. She knows her stuff ...and is the best of the best! You will be lucky to have her represent you.

Posted by Diana | September 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Quality Representation

The outcome of my divorce case is what I vehemently wished for because of Attorney Martinez’ expertise, boldness, grit, and care. In my experience, Attorney Martinez has a superb ability to observe her client’s behavior and capture their convictions through careful dialogue with us. She synthesized... my beliefs to then translate them to opposing counsel as she advocated, negotiated, and diligently fought for me. During a heavy period of negotiations, the high caliber of her work was evident. Attorney Martinez took it upon herself to represent me by making decisions on my behalf. I did not learn about the various exchanges with opposing counsel until a week or so later. I was EXTREMELY pleased, relieved, and it reaffirmed the level of trust she built, her knowledge of the intricacies of my case, as well the professional support that she had nurtured by showing interest in the sensitive matters that surround a divorce. Attorney Martinez is astute in her profession, dependable, and punctual. She consistently explained and defined the legal proceedings at hand in detail and any consequences that could derive from x or y choices we made. By her doing so, I felt that I was given the tools to make careful well informed decisions. She was also present at every hearing and prepared. In my opinion, this speaks of her consistent professionalism. She also took the time to describe what I ought to expect and interceded when appropriate in front of the judge without hesitation while with respect for all parties. When there was no opposing counsel she was tactful. Attorney Martinez’ diplomacy avoided our need to go to trial. I learned that this saved us time and further expenses which I appreciated. I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Martinez if you are seeking quality representation.

Posted by Andrew | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Took the pain out of my divorce

Ermila Martinez was recommended by my financial adviser. From our first consultation, she showed compassion and did all the right moves to make my divorce less expensive, fast, easy and stressful. I consulted with a few attorneys before selecting Ermila. All felt corporate and had no compassion. ...Ermila gets what clients are going through and really cares, remembers your conversations, cares and follows through. Although divorce is expensive, I paid less in legal fees than others I know, got better service and feel that at the end of the process Ermila is a friend. I would highly recommend her services to anyone.

Posted by Victor | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family

I couldn’t afford an attorney and needed a bilingual attorney as well, I thank God for being recommended to Attorney Martinez. my family case was getting me overwhelmed I didn’t see and ending or how to even start treating my family case. Since I hired Attorney Martinez I was able to breath and unde...rstand how to deal with my case, I being a single Parent I was overwhelmed and stressed out being in court a lot, I thank Attorney Martinez and her team for helping me and treating me as family and comforted and supportive at all time with my family case. Attorney Martinez is professional and truly Lawyer I recommend to all.

Posted by Jennifer | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing, diligent, caring, persistant!!!

I was a wreck the first time I went in to see Atty. Martinez and she greeted me with a hug. Don't think that means that she is a softie; it's that she cares while she does her work. My ex-husband had a very sleezy attorney and dragged out what should have been a mediated divorce into a 2 year trial.... Every game that they played was countered with a professional and competent response that put them back in their place. She practices law with integrity and is far above that type of low-blow-gameplaying. I received continual support and professional, accurate advice from day one and she still checks in on me to be sure I'm doing okay. I have and will continue to recommend this attorney to everyone.

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Ermila A. Martinez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gina Jun

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Other

"Ermila Martinez is a warm and engaging attorney who will instantly make you feel at ease from the moment you meet her."

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Marivel Zialcita

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Ermila for years. She is very passionate about the work she does for her clients. It's always a pleasure. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesse Blanco

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Ermila. Clients that I have referred to Ermila always come back saying that she is very knowledgeable and gave them peace of mind throughout the divorce process."

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Eric Townsend

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ermila is absolutely dedicated to her clients. She is a vigorous advocate and an excellent attorney. You could not ask for more, and are in good hands with Ermila."

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Janaan Hashim

Child support lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Atty. Martinez is a highly respected attorney with a sharp legal mind; I endorse this lawyer."

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Svapna Trivedi

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Martinez. She is an excellent family law attorney. She has extensive experience in family law issues and shows a great deal of compassion for her clients and the issues they are facing."

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Maricela Amezola

Family lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ermila is one of the most disciplined and trustworthy attorney in her field. Her ability to work efficiently under stressful conditions and nerve-wracking deadlines speaks volumes about her hard work, determination, and composed demeanor. Ermila is a compassionate human being with praiseworthy perseverance and dedication to her clients. Her compassion is not to be confused with weakness as she is the most fierce litigious attorney in the field. You want to have her on your side of the isle. I strongly recommend Ermila as a top family law attorney."

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Leslie Abrigo

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Friend

"Not only is Ermila a fighter, but she is honest with her clients. The additional bonus is that she is well-respected among colleagues and the court, so she can get things done."

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James Dicks

Family lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Michael Shemtoub

Alimony lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Aline Gaba

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ermila Martinez is a consummate professional, with a wealth of experience in both family law and criminal/DUI matters. She is compassionate about her clients, and she goes above and beyond to fight for their legal rights. As the only Latina Criminal Law/Family Law Attorney in San Diego, she is a leader in her areas of practice, and she is well-respected and recognized in the legal community."

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Filex Sanchez

Family lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ermila and I have worked on many family law matters. I highly recommend her as she is professional and highly experienced."

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Alejandra Rodriguez

Family lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ermila is a competent attorney who zealously advocates for her clients in all areas of family law. I refer clients to her with confidence knowing that they will be in capable hands."

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Pablo Palomino

Family lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have witnessed Ermila fiercely advocate for her clients best interest with a passion and zeal that I have not seen in many other lawyers. She is conscientious and diligent in her approach to her representation and is a lawyer who inspires great confidence in her ability to serve."

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Marco Torres

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ermila is a committed family law practitioner who cares about her clients and obtains results for her clients that help them move forward with their lives. Caring, competent and effective."

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Gina Jun

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Marivel Zialcita

Estate planning lawyer

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Jesse Blanco

Tax lawyer

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Svapna Trivedi

Family lawyer

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Aline Gaba

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Alejandra Rodriguez

Estate planning lawyer

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Marco Torres

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Women Who Move The City, San Diego Magazine

2013

Latinos Making A Difference Finalist, San Diego Magazine

2012

Award Rated Attorney, AVVO

2011

Top Young Attorneys, San Diego Daily Transcript

2001

Academic Achievement, California Western School of Law

2001

Gafford Moot Trial Finalist, California Western School of Law

2000

Scholarship, MANA

2000

Scholarship, Earl B. Gilliam Association

1999

Scholarship, San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Ermila A. Martinez

2003 - 2008

Attorney, Bierer & Associates

2002 - 2003

Deputy City Attorney, Office of the San Diego City Attorney

Associations

2014 - Present

Justicia Criminal Defense Association

Member

2010 - Present

National Association of Latina Business Women

Member

2010 - Present

MANA Professional Organization

Member

2010 - Present

San Diego Chamber of Commerce

Member

2010 - Present

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Member

2003 - Present

San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association

Member

2003 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2016 - 2017

La Raza Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Divorce

Husband's request denied and was ordered to maintain health insurance

Custody

Father was granted 100% Custody

Prenuptial Agreement

All parties in agreement to the terms

Child Support

Court ordered $1323 per month for three children

Spousal Support

Court ordered more than $20K per month in support

Uncontested Divorce

Parties agreed to terms of agreement

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Education

2001

California Western School of Law, San Diego

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

2010

University of San Diego Paralegal Program

Civil Litigation

Publications

2012

San Diego Daily Transcript Top Young Attorney 2011

Languages

Spanish

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