Arasto Farsad

Arasto Farsad

also known as Ari Farsad

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 15 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Real Estate, Tax

1625 The Alameda, Suite 525, San Jose, CA

About Arasto

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 40%

We practice in all of the California bankruptcy courts. Chapter 7 and 13. Mortgage arrears, tax debt, collection cases, lien stripping / avoidance, etc. My office has good working relationships with all of the local Trustees.

16 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Real Estate 30%

# 1 foreclosure defense firm in Northern CA. Mortgage litigation, loan modifications, forbearance agreements / repayment plans, lien issues, etc. Note: We do not handle landlord-tenant issues, or, transactional work such as purchase agreement review.

16 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Tax 30%

We can stop IRS or FTB collections and can put you into a long-term payment plan or get non-collectible status. We also do offers-in-compromise, bankruptcy case assessment to get rid of tax debt, business entity formation to minimize taxes, etc.

16 years | 1,000 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 3 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2022

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Arasto Farsad

1625 The Alameda, Suite 525, San Jose, CA, 95126

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Arasto Farsad's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 54 reviews

Posted by Virginia | November 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Virginia

We just most recently concluded an aggravated DUI settlement case with Atty Farsad as our counsel. After interviewing 2 lawyers ahead in the game, I went on to retain him after learning of his experience as a public defender in the past as well as his profound case load of DUI cases in the b...ay area. Plus, his fee was very modest I would say being 1/3 of the average retaining fee from competing DUI case counsel; which I would consider the best value in consideration of the particularly clear cut defense and mitigating package that he prepared and which won the sweet deal in our favor before the District Attorney . This is not the first time I had retained him, as I consulted with him on prior real estate and tax issues before; where he did not disappoint and actually inspired me to stay on the straight and the narrow path moving forward. Good health to you and your team, Atty Farsad!

Posted by Regina | April 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent lawyer

I was referred to Farsad law firm by state group insurance to save my house and financial hardship situation. Which Atty Farsad team is very professional. They are knowledgeable on real state law. Which legal matters can be very confusing at times but they make it simple and straight to the point. Ei...ther way, thumps up and grateful. Thanks much!

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommended

Atty Farsad and his entire team had been on top of my case and helped me feel less stressed of my current situation.

Posted by Maggie Abelgas | December 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

The BEST. SMART. HONEST lawyer ever

We can't find anybody like Atty. Farsad. He helped us on our modification 5 years ago and we were able to keep our house with the best deal ever. We highly recommend his service. Her will fight for you.

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Outstanding

He is a very outstanding lawyer and excellent I will recommend him to a friend and he explained everything in detail in our situation He was able to fix our problem And we were able to keep our house

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"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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"An excellent and well respected attorney."

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Mark Clay

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 16

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"I highly endorse Mr. Farsad. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help first."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Geller

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"I endorse Arasto. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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"I endorse this lawyer. One of the top attorneys in the region."

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking for someone who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Class Valedictorian, Lincoln Law School

2010

James F. Boccardo Award -- Distinction in Professionalism, Lincoln Law School

2010

Dean's List (2006 to 2010), Lincoln Law School

2009

Dean Joseph V. Thibodeaux Award -- Highest 3rd Year GPA, Lincoln Law School

2009

CALI award for Highest Course Grade -- Real Property II, Lincoln Law School

2009

CALI award for Highest Course Grade -- Evidence, Lincoln Law School

2008

CALI award for Highest Course Grade -- Real Property I, Lincoln Law School

2008

CALI award for Highest Course Grade -- Community Property, Lincoln Law School

2007

CALI award for Highest Course Grade -- Torts, Lincoln Law School

2006

Dean Jerome Sack Award -- Highest 1st Year GPA, Lincoln Law School

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Attorney, Farsad Law Office, P.C.

2006 - 2010

Felony Team Trial Clerk, Santa Clara County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2010 - 2010

Lincoln Law Review

Editor-in-Chief

2009 - 2009

Lincoln Law Review

Associate Editor-in-Chief

Sample of Legal Cases

Carino v. Bank of America N.A.

Stopped the eviction, reversed the foreclosure sale/auction, and obtained a 2% HAMP loan modification for the client.

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Education

2010

Lincoln Law Sch of San Jose

Juris Doctorate

2006

San Francisco State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Homeowner's Bill of Rights Seminar October 2013 (Fairway Realty of Santa Clara County)

2013 Real Estate Law

2012

Protecting Your Home November 2012 (IBIS Universal Real Estate / Cyberlink)

Predatory Lending and Foreclosure Defense

2012

Home Preservation Seminar, August 2012 (National Asian American Coalition)

Foreclosure Defense

Publications

2008

Lincoln Law Review, Volume 35 Utilizing the Charging Order

Languages

English

Tagalog

Farsi

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