Atty. Ruben Tarango
Ruben Tarango is a lawyer practicing toxic tort, general liability, premises liability and 4 other areas of law. Ruben received a M.A. degree from Lone Mountain College in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years.
General Liability & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 40+ Years Experience
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About Ruben Tarango at a Glance
Ruben Tarango is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, construction, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1999). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Lone Mountain College (M.A. Sonoma, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of San Diego County Bar Association. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ruben Tarango
- Ruben Tarango is a lawyer practicing toxic tort, general liability, premises liability and 4 other areas of law
- Ruben received a M.A. degree from Lone Mountain College in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Ruben practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in San Diego, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Ruben Tarango's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ruben Tarango handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Personal Injury in San Diego
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in San Diego
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in San Diego
Ruben Tarango is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in San Diego
Ruben Tarango is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in San Diego
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
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 Diego 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 venue, 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Diego Choose Ruben Tarango
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ruben Tarango's practice in the field of personal injury, business, construction, slip & fall, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ruben Tarango brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Ruben Tarango can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and construction, Ruben Tarango can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Ruben Tarango attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Ruben Tarango Handles in San Diego
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ruben Tarango has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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