Mary Ann Mercieca, Business Attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Family Law
MemberatWatry & Mercieca, P.C.
Southfield, MI
Practicing business in Southfield since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mary Ann Mercieca is a member based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Family Law. Mary has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Watry & Mercieca, P.C..
- Based in
- Southfield, MI
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Family Law
- Handles Business, Employment, and Family Law matters from Southfield, MI.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mary Ann Mercieca: Mary Ann Mercieca is a member based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Family Law. Mary has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Watry & Mercieca, P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mary Ann Mercieca
Mary concentrates on business, employment, family law, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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General
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Southfield, Michigan
Mary takes business matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Southfield, Michigan
Mary takes employment matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Southfield, Michigan
Mary takes family law matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
General cases in Southfield, Michigan
Mary takes general matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Southfield, Michigan
Mary takes personal injury matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mary Ann Mercieca — Over 34 years of Michigan business experience
Mary Ann Mercieca is a member based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Family Law. Mary has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Watry & Mercieca, P.C..
Mary Ann Mercieca is a lawyer practicing family law, employment law, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Mary received a B.S. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 34 years. Mary practices at Watry & Mercieca, P.C. in Southfield, MI.
How Mary handles business matters
Mary Ann Mercieca is a lawyer practicing family law, employment law, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Mary received a B.S. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 34 years. Mary practices at Watry & Mercieca, P.C. in Southfield, MI.
Who Mary represents
Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and family law matters in Southfield and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Mary Ann Mercieca's legal education and bar admissions
University of Detroit
J.D. · 1991
Eastern Michigan University
B.S. Eastern · 1978
Jurisdictions
Mary's state bar admissions
Michigan
1992 · ACTIVE
Mary studied at J.D. in University of Detroit and B.S. Eastern in Eastern Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Mary completed J.D. in University of Detroit and B.S. Eastern in Eastern Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mary's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Michigan
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Locations
Mary Ann Mercieca's office in Southfield
Mary's primary office is at 26075 Rangemore St., Southfield, MI, 48034-3418. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mary Ann Mercieca — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Southfield, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mary
Mary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mary Ann Mercieca
How much does it cost to hire Mary for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mary offer a free consultation?
Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple business 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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Southfield?
Mary is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mary 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 Mary?
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. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mary accepting new business clients right now?
Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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