$ 300-300 per hour
About Tammi
Biography
Tammi has been representing her clients in their family law disputes for nearly twenty years, and has effectively represented hundreds of men and women in a vast variety of matters from the most amicable mediated divorces to the highly contentious and most serious of circumstances including termination of of parental rights. Tammi's passion and greatest strength is in negotiations, mediation and settlement. Tammi is often able to diffuse problems between parties and settle cases where other attorneys have been unsuccessful while still preserving/protecting her client's rights/interests. While she firmly believes that negotiated settlement is almost always the best way to bring lasting resolution to any matter, when litigation becomes necessary to obtain a fair result for her clients, Tammi is prepared to vigorously litigate the matter through trial.
A caring approach to family law issues, where children come first.
A caring approach to family law issues, where children come first.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Family
50%
Divorce and Separation
20%
Child Custody
15%
Guardianship
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2016 2015
2015 2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Tammi L Faulks
937 E Main St Ste 208, Santa Maria, CA, 93454-5309
santamariafamilylaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Tammi online.
Tammi L Faulks's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
37 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (37)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
What Clients Mention
Showing 31 - 35 of 37 reviews
Posted by Karl | July 13, 2012
Recommendation for Tammi
Tammi first caught my attention because of her straight forward way of speaking about the law, and how she did not try to make things appear more complicated than they needed to be. Rather, she helped me understand the circumstances and probable outcomes of various courses of action, in clear and un...
Posted by Deborah | February 20, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy
I was please to hire Tammie Faulk. She made me feel very at ease and working for my interest. I reconnected at Tammie at our selletment and feel that she did a great job for me.
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Didn’t work for me
She was recommended but I felt like I was on the back burner all the time. After I paid the retainer, I was charged for a half hour of her services ($200) for only 20 minutes on zoom. Most of the email correspondence was from her assistant or office staff. When I reviewed the paperwork, there was alw...
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Court needs to remove her from Minors Council ASAP
She does not meet with children as an advocate. She chooses a side of a parent and does not advocate for children. She calls children liars. She does no research with educators, counselors or medical professionals she overrides them all and the judges takes her word. She needs to be investigated by ...
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
TERRIBLE FAMILY LAWYER!!!
I do not have enough words to describe how poorly she has managed my case and as well as many others that I have heard of. She assumes EVERYTHING! She takes the smallest bit of information and translates it to an entire story....which is usually at some point proved wrong with ACTUAL FACTS!!! DO YOUR...
Tammi L Faulks's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Tammi was appointed by the court to represent an elderly woman in a trust contest and we worked together on the case. She was dedicated, caring, professional and worked hard to reach a resolution that was in her client's best interest. I will refer family law law and guardianship clients to her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Ms. Faulks. She is highly skilled in her area of law and well respected within the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tammi is a highly skilled attorney that is always prepared and shows genuine concern for her clients."
"I endorse Attorney Faulks without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Her advice on Avvo is thoughtful and practical."
"I have read every single one of Attorney Faulk's contributions here on Avvo and I find them to be clear, useful and to-the-point. Attorney Faulk shows herself to be a fine lawyer and advocate. I am honored to be working together with her and all the other attorneys here on Avvo to improve access to legal information. It is with pleasure that I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Faulks has made a subtantial number of contributions on avvo.com. I have read several of her contributions and have found them to be thoughtful, informative and practical. I endorse this lawyer's work"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Faulks is an outstanding Family Law Attorney. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."
"Tammi is one of those rare people who really goes to bat for her clients. She represents everyone zealously, both in and out of the courtroom. Tammi is my recommendation for a family law attorney on the central coast!"
"I have seen Tammi Faulks in action in court on many occasions and I give her the strongest, highest endorsement. She is very knowledgeable and from what I have seen, she is an extremely effective advocate. If you are going through family law troubles and think you might need an attorney, I would recommend that you hire Ms. Faulks right away -- before the other party does."
Mary Katherine Brown
Family lawyer
Howard Lewis
Family lawyer
Katherine Schwinghammer
Unknown lawyer
Experience
Honors
2012
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International
2011
Family Law Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review
2005
Business Woman of the Year, National Republican Congressional Committee
2001
Boss of the Year, Santa Maria Legal Professionals Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Professor, Allan Hancock College
1994 - Present
Attorney, Tammi L Faulks, A Professional Law Corporation
2006 - 2008
Professor, Santa Barbara Business College
Associations
2011 - Present
The Rotary Club of NipomoNew Generations Director
2010 - Present
Rodney S. Melville American Inn of CourtTreasurer
1997 - Present
Northern Santa Barbara County Bar AssociationPast President
2006 - 2010
Rodney S. Melville American Inn of CourtSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Marriage of James and Claudine W., 114 Cal. App. 4th 68;7 Cal. Rptr. 3d 461 (2003)
Case remanded back to trial court for reconsideration based on application of the correct constitutional standard.
Education
N/A
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Western State Univ
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2010
Monthly Membership Meeting
Family Law
Publications
N/A
none
none
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Tammi earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Family Law Court in Glendale, CA
16 Feb 2015
Q&A
Can a parent move 35 miles away and still maintain shared custody?
11 Feb 2015
Q&A
What do I need to prove someone is capable of working ?
11 Feb 2015