Atty. Arthur C. Preciado

Atty. Arthur C. Preciado

Mr. Preciado has tried 26 civil cases to jury verdict, has been a member of ABOTA since 2007 and is a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney.

Pasadena Pasadena 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Arthur C. Preciado at a glance

Arthur C. Preciado is a Partner based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Gutierrez Preciado & House, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, dog bites, litigation, civil rights, and education. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1983). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1981) and California State University at Los Angeles (B.A., 1976). Active member of American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Preciado has tried 26 civil cases to jury verdict, has been a member of ABOTA since 2007 and is a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney
  • He defends government entities against tort claims, and employees against employment law claims
  • His tort defense has included several high profile, high exposure claims for abuse of students by other students and by school staff
  • Case Experience and History Mr. Preciado persuaded a Los Angeles Superior Court jury that police officers had good reason to detain the plaintiff temporarily to inquire about possible involvement in a crime, and that they did not use excessive force
  • Patino v
  • Los Angeles Unified School District, L.A
  • Superior Court Case No. BC430225
  • Mr. Preciado obtained a defense verdict against a claim of discrimination for failure to promote
  • Ronald Riley v
  • County of San Bernardino, San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCVSS100364
  • Mr. Preciado obtained a defense verdict against a claim that a student was injured in gym class because of negligent supervision
  • Daisy Castillo v
  • LAUSD, L.A
  • Superior Court Case No. BC293550

Practice Areas Explained

Arthur C. Preciado's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Arthur C. Preciado handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Education Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Arthur C. Preciado

Where is Arthur C. Preciado's law office located?
Arthur C. Preciado's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is Gutierrez Preciado & House, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Arthur C. Preciado handle?
Arthur C. Preciado focuses on employment, dog bites, litigation, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Arthur C. Preciado practiced law?
Arthur C. Preciado has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Arthur C. Preciado go to law school?
Arthur C. Preciado earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Arthur C. Preciado for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1981
B.A.
California State University at Los Angeles
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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