Tamie L Cummins, Bankruptcy Attorney in Modesto, California
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy and Family Law · 2.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratBorton Petrini, LLP
Modesto, CA
Practicing bankruptcy in Modesto since 2007.
- 19+
- Years practicing
- 2.5 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Tamie L Cummins is a partner based in Modesto, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Family Law. Tamie has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Borton Petrini, LLP. Rated 2.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Modesto, CA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Family Law
- Handles Bankruptcy and Family Law matters from Modesto, CA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tamie L Cummins: Tamie L Cummins is a partner based in Modesto, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Family Law. Tamie has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Borton Petrini, LLP. Rated 2.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Tamie takes on
Tamie concentrates on bankruptcy and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tamie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy cases in Modesto, California
Tamie takes bankruptcy matters in Modesto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tamie agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Modesto, California
Tamie takes family law matters in Modesto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Tamie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Tamie L Cummins — bankruptcy lawyer in Modesto
Tamie L Cummins is a partner based in Modesto, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Family Law. Tamie has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Borton Petrini, LLP. Rated 2.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Tamie L. Cummins is a Partner of the Modesto office of Borton Petrini, LLP and manages the Borton Petrini, LLP Modesto and Fresno offices as well as Family Law and Bankruptcy Divisions for the State of California. She is actively involved in her legal community and serves on the Stanislaus County Bar Association. She is also a member of Family Law Section.
Tamie received her undergraduate degree from the University of the Pacific in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and a minor in Pre-Law. She received her Juris Doctorate from Laurence Drivon School of Law, Humphrey’s College in 2007, where she served as the President of the Student Bar Association.
Tamie, a Certified Family Law Specialist, is a Modesto lawyer practicing in Stanislaus, San Joaquin, and Merced Counties with an emphasis on dissolution of marriage, legal separations, property division, child custody, child visitation, child support, spousal support, post judgment issues, step-parent adoptions,
non-relative adoptions, guardianship cases, and premarital agreements, also referred to as prenuptial agreements.
As a Modesto lawyer, Tamie provides a variety of services in divorce cases designed to meet the needs of the clients she represents including mediation when appropriate and strenuous advocacy when necessary.
She utilizes her contacts and training with experts in the field including-but not limited to-child custody and visitation to help and/or protect children during difficult transitions and to promote healthy boundaries in family relations while divorcing parents navigate through their separation whether she is mediating a case or advocating against opposing counsel and/or an unrepresented party in or out of court.
Tamie also practices bankruptcy law as a Modesto lawyer, representing debtors in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 proceedings in the Eastern District of California.
Other practice areas within the Borton Petrini law firm provides Tamie with the resources and experience she may need in areas of real property, estate planning, tax law, business, and/or civil litigation when developing legal and practical strategies to meet her clients’ needs.
Every case opened with Tamie starts with an individualized plan designed to help her client because she understands the importance of family.
Tamie is married to Mike Cummins and they have five children, James, Dana, Chris, Emily and Michael, 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Her favorite pastime is spending time with her family and traveling.
Tamie's approach to bankruptcy cases
Tamie L. Cummins is a Partner of the Modesto office of Borton Petrini, LLP and manages the Borton Petrini, LLP Modesto and Fresno offices as well as Family Law and Bankruptcy Divisions for the State of California. She is actively involved in her legal community and serves on the Stanislaus County Bar Association. She is also a member of Family Law Section. Tamie received her undergraduate degree…
The kind of cases Tamie takes
Tamie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy and family law matters in Modesto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of the Pacific
Laurence Drivon · 2001
Jurisdictions
Tamie's state bar admissions
Federal Court
2008 · ACTIVE
State Bar of Califor
2007 · ACTIVE
Tamie studied at Laurence Drivon in University of the Pacific.
Law school and academic background
Tamie completed Laurence Drivon in University of the Pacific. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tamie runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Tamie L Cummins's office in Modesto
Tamie's primary office is at 201 Needham Street, Modesto, CA, 95354. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Tamie L Cummins — 2.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Tamie. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing bankruptcy attorneys in Modesto.
2.5
2 client reviews
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How to hire Tamie L Cummins — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tamie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tamie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tamie'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; Tamie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Modesto, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 Tamie
Tamie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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. Tamie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tamie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tamie L Cummins
How much does it cost to hire Tamie for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tamie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tamie offer a free consultation?
Tamie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tamie's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Tamie's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in California typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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. Tamie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tamie take my case if I'm outside Modesto?
Tamie 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 — Tamie 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 Tamie?
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. Tamie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tamie accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Tamie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Modesto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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