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Mike M Arias
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Biography
I am the senior and managing partner of the firm. I handle matters throughout the United States and have litigated and tried matters from New York to Texas to California, in both state and federal court. I have resolved hundreds of matters, either by trial, arbitration, mediation or negotiated settlement, resulting in millions of dollars in recovery for the firm's clients. My most recent trial victory resulted in a judgment and subsequent settlement in excess of $14 million. My most recent settlements total well in excess of $50 million. I have also successfully defended and counseled many of the firm’s business clients. Although my practice is diverse, I primarily handle the firm’s complex, class action, multi-party, mass tort and business litigation matters. I have written, lectured and spoken on various subjects at law schools, legal seminars, teleconference webinars and legal conferences on topics including: class actions, mass tort litigation, expert witness depositions, death care litigation, unfair business practices, business litigation, settlement issues and strategies, construction defect litigation, business torts, complex litigation, electronic evidence, discovery, employment law and representative actions. HI have also has been featured in numerous local, state and national news articles and professional publications.
Practice Areas
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 37 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 39 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 39 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 41 years
State: California
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Mike M Arias
6701 Center Dr W #1400, Los Angeles, CA, 90045-1558
Arias Sanguinetti Stahle & Torrijos, LLP
6701 Center Drive West, 14th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90045-1535
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Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2015 | Medical Malpractice
Anthony vs foremost bad bad faith
2008 did nothing but got my ,family sick, and almost took my life,two stroke and a gallbladder removal and not did want they were suppose to do.handle their policy right. Anthony
Posted by Sarah | March 04, 2013
Excellent lawyer - you're in good hands!
Could not have been happier with the speed, knowledge and professionalism of Mike Arias. He kept me informed step by step, explaining my options and helping me to decide what was best for me. I would recommend him highly!
Posted by Taleen | January 27, 2012 | Class Action
An Exceptional Lawyer
Expert in class action. Extremely reliable, trustworthy and honest. His experience and knowledge made me feel at ease during the stress of the law suit process. His wonderful staff was extremely responsive and easy to work with. Mike cares about his clients and worked diligently to solve our issue...
Posted by Michelle | February 22, 2010 | Civil Rights
My Harassment case
The law firm was very helpful in informing me and showing me what the big picture will be when all is said the done. They are sympathetic but yet realistic on how my case should be handled. I can't thank them enough for all their hard work in representing me with my harassment case. I would recomm...
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is a super guy and a good trial lawyer. He and his firm are leaders in the community."
"Mike has extensive experience in class action litigation. He has the respect of bench officers and opposing counsel. His ability to analyze complex issues and his tenacity produced excellent results for our class."
"Having worked side by side with the firm of Arias, Ozzello & Gignac for the past decade, I can attest that the firm is highly competent, professional, and gets results for their clients. If I needed a lawyer, I would put Mike Arias at the top a very short list of qualified attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Very effective negotiating, because opposing lawyers know he will try cases and win."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Managing Partner, Arias Sanguinetti Stahle & Torrijos, LLP
Associations
1990 - Present
Sports Lawyers AssociationMember
1988 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationArbitrator
1986 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles2nd Vice-President
1986 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of California3rd Vice-President
1986 - Present
American Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
1986 - Present
Trial Lawyers for Public JusticeCommittee Member
1984 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hardie v. Cal-ISO
$19 million settlement after trial and judgement
Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery Litigation
$16 million settlement
Armendarez v. Six Flags Magic Mountain
Settlement valued at $9 million and injunction
Paradise Memorial Park Litigation
$8.3 million settlement
Elias v. El Pollo Loco
Settlement of $8 million
Costa v. Vitas Health Care
$15 million settlment
Education
1984
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Southern Connecticut State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
CAALA Annual Conference
Jury Selection, Legal Ethics & Experts - Panel Moderator
2011
10th Annual Class Action Litigation & Management Conference
Class Actions
2010
Strafford Legal Teleconference
Class Action Settlements
2010
CAALA Annual Conference
Class Actions
2010
Bridgepoprt CLE Conference
9th Annual Class Action Litigation & Management Conference
2009
Strafford CLE Webinars and Teleconferences
Effective Class Action Settlement Strategies
2009
JAMS Employment Panel
Current Issues in Employment Mediations
2009
CAOC/CAALA Annual Class Action Seminar
Class Actions
2009
CAALA Annual Conference
Certifying a Class Action
2006
LAX Area Chamber of Commerce
Human Resources and Employment Law
2006
Harris Martin
Mass Tort Litigation Conference
Publications
2010
CAALA Advocate
Class Actions: Getting your class certified
2010
CAALA Advocate
Class Action Primer
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers