Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Tucson, Arizona
focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Tucson, AZ
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Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo is an attorney based in Tucson, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury.
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- Tucson, ARIZONA
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- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Tucson, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2024).
About Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo: Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo is an attorney based in Tucson, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo
Ronald concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Medical Malpractice cases in Tucson, Arizona
Ronald takes medical malpractice matters in Tucson, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Tucson, Arizona
Ronald takes personal injury matters in Tucson, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo — Attorney of Arizona medical malpractice experience
Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo is an attorney based in Tucson, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury.
Ron Mercaldo has successfully tried over 100 jury trials and received some of the largest verdicts in Arizona history. He has been named one of Americas 500 leading lawyers, is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and is a past president of The American Board of Trial Advocates. For four years Ron was the chairman of the Arizona State Bar Committee on Professionalism. He regularly is asked to speak at legal education seminars at both the State and National level.
How Ronald handles medical malpractice matters
Ron Mercaldo has successfully tried over 100 jury trials and received some of the largest verdicts in Arizona history. He has been named one of Americas 500 leading lawyers, is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and is a past president of The American Board of Trial Advocates. For four years Ron was the chairman of the Arizona State Bar Committee on Professionalism. He regularly is…
The kind of cases Ronald takes
Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Tucson and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Arizona
J.D. · 1970
Jurisdictions
Ronald's state bar admissions
Arizona, State Bar o
ACTIVE
Ronald studied at J.D. in The University of Arizona.
Law school and academic background
Ronald completed J.D. in The University of Arizona. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo
Ronald has received 13 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2020
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Tucson)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law (Tucson)
2011
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Tucson) (2016).
Locations
Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo's office in Tucson
Ronald's primary office is at 1853 North Kolb Road, Tucson, Arizona, 85715. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ronald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ronald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald'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; Ronald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Tucson, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Ronald
Ronald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice 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. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ronald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ronald D. "Ron" Mercaldo
How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ronald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ronald offer a free consultation?
Ronald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Ronald's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. Ronald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ronald take my case if I'm outside Tucson?
Ronald is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ronald 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 Ronald?
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. Ronald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ronald accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Ronald'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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