Roberto Arias

Roberto Arias

Roberto Arias served Duval County, Florida as a judge for 27 years. During that time, he developed a reputation for fairness, honesty and respect among attorneys and litigants alike. Prior to taking his place on the bench, Judge Arias practiced as a litigator and tried many cases to verdict. He is the recipient of many honors and awards as both a Judge and litigator, and brings his wealth of experience, intellect and good will to his mediation practice.

  • Professional Education and Qualifications

    • J.D., The Ohio State University, Michael E. Morritz College of Law
    • B.A. Political Science, Florida International University
    • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
    • AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell while in the practice of law
    • During 15 years of litigation practice of law before becoming a judge, he tried dozens of jury trials as sole or lead counsel

  • Honor and Recognitions

    • America Inns of Court
      President, Chester Bedell American Inn of Court Chapter (Litigation Inn)
    • Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism
    • Florida Supreme Court Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee
      Chair of the Committee
      Chair of the Elections’ Subcommittee
    • The Florida Jurist (Multi Circuit Bar Associations) Recognition for Hispanic Judicial Excellence
    • Recipient, Justice Raymond Ehrlich Award on professionalism, humanitarianism and integrity.
    • Duval County Court Administrative Judge
    • Founding Member and President of the Northeast Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

  • Teaching

    • Adjunct Professor- Florida Coastal School of Law- Professionalism; Criminal and Civil Rules of Procedure
    • Instructor- State of Florida New Judges’ College
    • Instructor- State of Florida Advanced Judicial Studies
    • Presenter on various Evidence Seminars

  • Languages

    • Spanish
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