We Stand with You
About Us
Values
At Ried Pecina Trial Lawyers, we bring proven courtroom experience to every case we handle. From day one, you’ll work directly with the lawyer representing you—not a case manager or paralegal. Whether you were injured in a truck accident, hurt in a car crash, or facing charges that could impact your future, we are here to fight for the best possible outcome with experience, strategy, and care.
Integrity
We keep our word and act in your best interest, always.
Accessibility
You’ll never feel like a number. We’re here to listen and respond.
Justice
Whether through settlement or trial, we fight to make things right.
Arthur S. Ried
Arthur S. Ried is a founding partner of Ried Pecina Trial Lawyers and proudly serves communities across Texas. From immigrant roots in Poland to a career as a seasoned trial lawyer, his path reflects the same values he brings to every case: discipline, precision, and relentless advocacy for his clients. When the stakes rise and court becomes unavoidable, clients rely on Mr. Ried for decisive courtroom leadership and disciplined trial strategy.
Mr. Ried earned a degree in Mathematics from the University of Houston and later graduated magna cum laude from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School on an accelerated track. He received seven Certificates of Merit and the Distinguished Student Award for his graduating class, honors that reflect sustained academic excellence and professional focus.
He built his career through sustained trial work on both sides of the justice system. He first handled civil cases that involved homeowner insurance disputes in state and federal courts, where he forced insurers to defend claim decisions before judges and juries. He then served as an Assistant District Attorney in Bexar County, where he prosecuted a wide range of criminal cases, from driving while intoxicated and theft to assault and serious felonies. He tried numerous jury cases to verdict, examined witnesses under pressure, argued countless motions, and made charging and plea decisions in high-volume court settings. After public service, Mr. Ried represented personal injury plaintiffs and later defended clients for a major insurance carrier, which gave him first-hand knowledge of how insurance companies assess risk, control exposure, and access settlement payouts. This experience shaped a trial lawyer who remains comfortable, prepared, and forceful in front of judges and juries.
Today, Mr. Ried applies extensive civil and criminal trial experience, deep insurance insight, and disciplined courtroom strategy to protect clients who face serious injury, financial harm, or criminal exposure. He prepares each case for trial from the outset, builds proof with verdict in mind, and uses that posture to demand accountability from insurers and opposing counsel. When trial becomes necessary, he enters the courtroom with a command of facts, law, and procedure that allows him to present clear, persuasive cases to juries. This trial-first approach, combined with direct personal involvement in every case, drives the results his firm delivers across South Texas.
Juan R. Pecina
Juan Pecina is a founding partner of Ried Pecina Trial Lawyers, where he leads with dedication, integrity, and an unrelenting pursuit of justice. A proud native of the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas, Juan brings deep local roots, strong values, and an exceptional work ethic to every case he takes on.
A seasoned Texas trial attorney, Juan has a proven track record in high-stakes litigation. He has recovered over a million dollars for clients in cases involving car and trucking accidents, slip and falls, and other serious personal injury matters. Known for his sharp litigation skills and extensive courtroom experience, Juan is a formidable advocate against insurance companies and large corporate defendants.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Juan is committed to serving a diverse community. He ensures every client feels heard, understood, and powerfully represented—whether at the negotiation table or before a jury.
Juan earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and went on to complete law school in an accelerated two-year program at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. While in law school, he excelled academically, earning Certificates of Merit in Products Liability and Federal Administrative Law.
From the outset of his legal career, Juan demonstrated bold initiative by opening his own practice. Before becoming an attorney, he gained invaluable hands-on experience as a legal assistant and paralegal, giving him a strong foundation in the legal system. Over the course of his career, he has worked on thousands of cases personally as an attorney. His broad legal background spans in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, and Federal Law, giving him a comprehensive understanding of multiple practice areas
Becoming a lawyer was Juan’s lifelong dream—and today, that dream fuels his unwavering commitment to fighting for justice and making a difference in the lives of his clients, one case at a time.