About Paul B.

Paul B. Arenas is a civil trial lawyer with over 27 years of experience, focusing on maritime and transportation regulation, as well as protection in misclassification fits, including person and sophistication actions. He additionally handles Labor Commissioner and Employment Development Department audits, along with general labor and employment things. Mr. Arenas has represented a numerous clientele, which includes coverage and cargo interests, freight forwarders, intermodal and lengthy-haul trucking firms, logistics vendors, warehousemen, cargo handlers, and airways. His expertise extends to advising on marine insurance coverage issues. He is a senior attorney at Marron Lawyers, APC, positioned at 5000 E. Spring St., Suite 580, Long Beach, CA 90815. He is licensed to practice in California and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. His State Bar number is 167863, and his license is currently active. ([apps.calbar.ca.gov](https://apps.calbar.ca.gov/attorney/Licensee/Detail/167863?utm_source=openai))

Mr. Arenas earned his law degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, graduating in 1993. Prior to law school, he finished his undergraduate studies at Stanford University, acquiring a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1988. During his time at McGeorge School of Law, he developed a strong foundation in civil litigation, which has been instrumental in his professional legal career. ([marronlaw.com](https://marronlaw.com/lawyers/paul-arenas/?utm_source=openai))

Throughout his career, Mr. Arenas has treated a number of case kinds, including maritime disputes, transportation-related litigation, and employment misclassification fits. He has represented clients in any respect stages of legal proceedings, encompassing trial, arbitration, facilitated negotiation, and administrative proceedings. Notably, he has argued cases before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals regarding the Warsaw and Montreal Conventions on International Air Carriage. His litigation experience is complemented by his involvement in the acquisition of intermodal and interstate trucking companies, showcasing his versatility in each legal and enterprise elements of the transportation industry. ([marronlaw.com](https://marronlaw.com/attorneys/paul-arenas/?utm_source=openai))

Mr. Arenas is a member in good standing of numerous professional organizations, including the State Bar of California, the Maritime Law Association of the United States, and the Transportation Lawyers Association. He holds the title of Proctor in Admiralty with the Maritime Law Association, reflecting his acknowledged talent in admiralty law. Additionally, he is affiliated with the Harbor Trucking Associations of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Oakland, in addition to the Courier Logistics & Delivery Association of the United States. His memberships additionally extend to the Marine Underwriters of Southern California, the Marine Claims Association of San Francisco, and the Los Angeles County Bar Association. These affiliations underscore his dedication to staying knowledgeable and connected within the legal and maritime communities. ([marronlaw.com](https://marronlaw.com/lawyers/paul-arenas/?utm_source=openai))

In recognition of his professional achievements, Mr. Arenas has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2010 to 2012, an honor that highlights his status amongst peers in the legal field. He has additionally been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America since 2021, specifically within the area of Admiralty and Maritime Law. These accolades mirror his commitment to offering high quality legal services and his status in the legal community. ([profiles.superlawyers.com](https://profiles.superlawyers.com/california/long-beach/lawyer/paul-b-arenas/7865fe26-7eaf-4336-b4a8-bd977c74dcb7.html?utm_source=openai))

Education

University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

Law Degree (1993)

Stanford Univ

Undergraduate Degree (1988) | Political Science

Languages

English (Spoken)

Accepted Jurisdictions

California
9th Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1993

Types of Cases Handled

maritime disputes transportation-related litigation employment misclassification suits

Legal Services Scope

Trial Arbitration Mediation Administrative hearings

Professional Associations

Transportation Lawyers Association

Current

Maritime Law Association of the United States

Proctor In Admiralty Current

Marine Underwriters of Southern California

has membership Current

Marine Claims Association of San Francisco

has membership Current

Los Angeles County Bar Association

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 3711 Long Beach Blvd, #601 Long Beach CA 90807