Armando Lara

Armando Lara was born and raised in El Paso, Texas. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in 2016 from the University of Arizona at the age of 19. His initial steps into the legal profession began during his college years when he worked as a citizenship coordinator at a non-profit organization. In this role, he collaborated with volunteers and lawyers to assist more than 100 legal permanent residents on their path to citizenship. This role helped him discover a passion for advocating for the underrepresented. He continued his legal career by attending St. Mary’s University School of Law, where he graduated in 2023. As a law student, he interned at a medical malpractice firm, defending claims against hospitals and doctors. Before joining Gamez Law Firm, he worked as an insurance defense attorney, where he defended claims against premises defects, commercial trucking companies, and their drivers. As an insurance defense attorney, Armando learned what the insurance companies focus on to reduce the compensation obtained by the injured party. “I obtained my law degree to help those in need of representation – not to disadvantage an injured person with the difficulties of our legal system. It was difficult to work for these billion-dollar insurance companies that are pinching pennies and delaying the compensation owed to you.” Beyond his professional pursuits, Armando has a passion for the outdoors, cycling, and boxing. Additionally, he finds joy in spending quality time with his nephews and five siblings.

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