Aldo Retes Mercado, Contracts Attorney in San Diego, California

Aldo concentrates on contracts, insurance, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Aldo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Contracts

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• Insurance

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• Litigation

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• Real Estate

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Aldo's primary office is at 9710 Scranton Rd., Ste. 300, San Diego, CA, 92121. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new contracts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Aldo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Aldo discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in contracts practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Aldo for a contracts case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Aldo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Aldo offer a free consultation?

  Aldo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aldo's office. Some contracts attorneys offer free consults — check Aldo's current terms during booking.

• How long do contracts cases in California typically take?

  Simple contracts matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Aldo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Aldo take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

  Aldo is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Aldo will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Aldo?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Aldo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Aldo accepting new contracts clients right now?

  Aldo's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.