Solomon Ward Seidenwurm & Smith, LLP has promoted Matthew T. Arvizu and Owen M. Praskievicz to partners of the firm, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
“We are thrilled to welcome Matt and Owen to the firm’s partnership,” said Solomon Ward Managing Partner Tanya Schierling. “Their dedication, legal acumen and commitment to delivering unparalleled service have significantly contributed to the success and reputation of our firm.”
A seasoned litigator, Arvizu focuses his practice on a wide variety of matters, including advising clients on trust and estate litigation, contract disputes, construction matters, real estate disputes, business disputes and more. He has significant experience litigating in both state and federal courts and is licensed to practice law in California and Delaware. Arvizu received his law degree, magna cum laude, from the Syracuse University College of Law, where he was an editorial member of the Syracuse Law Review and was awarded the highest-grade distinction in business valuation law, property law, banking law, accounting and legal writing. He received his bachelor’s degree in finance from California State University, Long Beach.
A trial and appellate attorney, Praskievicz represents clients in complex litigation involving commercial contracts, real estate, intellectual property, product label claims and other business torts. He has significant experience litigating in both state and federal courts and has argued before the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and California Appellate Courts. Praskievicz received his law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law, where he was an editorial member of the San Diego Law Review and an associate member of the Appellate Moot Court Board. He received his bachelor’s degree in journalism and economics from the University of Maryland.
About Solomon Ward
Founded in 1977, Solomon Ward Seidenwurm & Smith, LLP provides a full range of legal services to individuals and businesses of all sizes. The firm has 36 attorneys and offers a comprehensive mix of transactional and litigation services ranging from business and corporate law, finance, real estate and construction law, employment law, international law, taxation, trust and estates, family law, bankruptcy and insolvency to most types of business litigation and even personal injury. For more information, please visit www.swsslaw.com.