Arizmendi Law Firm

Protect your Present and your Future

With over 30 years of experience serving the community of San Diego, the Arizmendi Law Firm is here to provide accessible services to the people who need it most.

Arizmendi Law Firm
Bankruptcy and Estate Planning, San Diego, California

Practice Areas

Asset Protection

As a hard working individual, you shouldn't have to live in fear of everything you have built being taken away from you. Our Asset Protection services are designed to help clients safeguard their substantial assets from potential risks, business disputes, or creditor actions. We employ strategic legal planning to shield your wealth, ensuring that your assets are legally protected and secure from future claims or litigation.

Bankruptcy

Uncertain circumstances and economic conditions can create hardships for many people, but you don't have to face them alone. Our Bankruptcy services can help you file either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 and help you take charge of your life with a fresh start. We provide generous payment plans so that you don't have to add another burden to your finances as you work with us.

Flat Fee Estate Planning

With our flat fee Estate Planning services, you know up front exactly how much you will be paying for us to help you establish a Trust, Will, or Power of Attorney. We work directly with you to build a plan that meets your needs and your budget. Let us help you protect your loved ones and their future.

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Bankruptcy and Estate Planning Legal Team

Meet the team

Our San Diego based legal professionals provide a client centered approach to services. We collaborate with you to address your legal needs while also ensuring they fit your budget.

Ruben Arizmendi, Esq.

Founder and Principal Attorney
Ruben F. Arizmendi is the founder and principal attorney of Arizmendi Law Firm, which he established in 1990. With over 34 years of legal experience, Ruben has built a distinguished career helping clients navigate complex legal matters in asset protection, bankruptcy, business law, and estate planning. He is known for his transparency, honesty, and deep compassion for his clients.

Dariana Carrillo

Lawyer
Dariana is a licensed attorney in Mexico with a focus on civil law and a growing practice in cross-border legal matters. She is currently part of our team where she contributes her international legal perspective and supports clients navigating complex civil and commercial issues.

Mariana Goldsmith

Legal Professional
A bilingual legal professional with a background in Mexican law, currently working as a legal assistant at Arizmendi Law Firm. Known for a detail-oriented approach to case analysis and a deep commitment to client advocacy. When not immersed in case files, Mariana can often be found enjoying a matcha latte, shopping, or spending quality time with her husband and dog on weekend outings.

Jose Gilberto Salas Mendoza

Legal Professional
Jose Gilberto Salas Mendoza graduated with a law degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California in Tijuana, Mexico, in 2019. He is currently pursuing a law degree in the United States while gaining practical experience working with Arizmendi Law Firm. Jose supports attorneys in estate planning, bankruptcy, civil litigation, and family law matters. Skilled in legal research, document preparation, and case management, he is bilingual in English and Spanish, providing effective assistance to a diverse client base.

Ricky Marin, J.D.

Firm Administrator
A California native, Ricky earned his B.A. in International Relations from California State University, Sacramento, and then his J.D. in two years at California Western School of Law. Acting as the firm administrator, Ricky handles many of the internal operations of the Arizmendi Law Firm. While not working in the legal field, you can often find him working with various volunteering events and doing community organizing around San Diego.

Erin Peterson

Law Clerk
Erin is a third-year law student at California Western School of Law with a strong interest in civil litigation and business transactions. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Management, which enhances her understanding of the legal needs of business and individuals alike. Erin is dedicated to providing clients with effective legal support grounded in both legal knowledge and business insight.