Atty. Joseph Arias

Atty. Joseph Arias

Joseph Arias is a lawyer practicing casualty defense, professional liability, government tort liability and 5 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Bernardino in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

San Bernardino San Bernardino 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Arias at a glance

Joseph Arias is a Senior Attorney and Managing Attorney based in San Bernardino, California, practicing at Arias & Lockwood, PLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, slip & fall, product liability, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1971), U.S. District Court, Southern, Central and Northern Districts of California (1971), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1975). Educated at University of California at Davis School of Law (J.D., 1970) and California State University at San Bernardino (B.A. Political, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Bernardino. Serands clients in San Bernardino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph Arias is a lawyer practicing casualty defense, professional liability, government tort liability and 5 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Bernardino in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Joseph practices at Arias & Lockwood, PLC in San Bernardino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Arias's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joseph Arias is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

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

Joseph Arias is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Joseph Arias is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Joseph Arias is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Civil Rights

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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 San Bernardino 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 Joseph Arias

Where is Joseph Arias's law office located?
Joseph Arias's law practice is located in San Bernardino, California. The firm is Arias & Lockwood, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Arias handle?
Joseph Arias focuses on personal injury, employment, slip & fall, product liability, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Arias practiced law?
Joseph Arias has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Joseph Arias go to law school?
Joseph Arias earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A. Political, 1967).
How can I contact Joseph Arias for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Arias directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph Arias received?
Joseph Arias's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Davis School of Law
- 1970
B.A. Political
California State University at San Bernardino
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Southern, Central and Northern Districts of California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1975

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