About Arthur Joseph
Arthur Joseph Travieso is an attorney with over 30 years of experience in civil litigation and trial law. As the managing attorney at Rallo|Travieso, A Law Corporation, he oversees operations in Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, and Santa Ana, California. His diverse practice areas include personal injury, bankruptcy, products liability, family law, and complex civil litigation. This broad expertise allows him to address many legal issues that clients may face. Mr. Travieso earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 1987, where he graduated with Departmental Honors. Following his undergraduate studies, he pursued a Juris Doctor from Western State University College of Law, graduating in 1991.
He was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1992, starting a distinguished legal career. Since then, he is known for his understanding of the law and his commitment to client advocacy. Throughout his career, Mr. Travieso has tried hundreds of cases to verdict, including over 30 jury trials in both California State and Federal Courts. His extensive trial experience includes various legal matters, such as business litigation, contractual disputes, and premises liability. Notably, he has successfully litigated complex toxic exposure and construction defect cases, some lasting up to 12 weeks, achieving a remarkable success rate exceeding 90%. This track record shows his ability to handle the details of the legal system effectively.
In addition to his trial work, Mr. Travieso has handled numerous civil appellate matters — He served as lead appellate counsel in significant cases, including Miller v. Givens, 20 Cal.App.4th 18, and Arias v. Katella Townhouse Homeowners Association, Inc., 127 Cal.App.4th 847. These cases are frequently cited by attorneys throughout California, particularly regarding the recovery of attorneys’ fees by a prevailing party at trial, further solidifying his influence in the legal community. Mr. Travieso is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, as well as the U.S.
District Courts in the Central, Southern. Eastern Districts of California. He is fully fluent in Spanish, which enhances his ability to serve clients. Additionally, he regularly speaks and teaches at seminars on various litigation matters, sharing his knowledge and experience with fellow attorneys. As a member of the State Bar of California, he has maintained good standing since his admission in 1992, reflecting his dedication to the legal profession.
