SENIOR FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY
Experienced Family Law Advocate with a Background in Military Service
Ernest A. Cardona is a Senior Family Law Attorney at The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith. With 31 years of experience, including running his own practice throughout California, he brings extensive knowledge of family law and a seasoned perspective to the legal challenges facing individuals and families.
A native of San Jose, Mr. Cardona has handled family law cases ranging from straightforward matters to complex disputes. His years in private practice have given him broad experience navigating the varied issues that arise in family law and addressing the individual circumstances of each case.
Before beginning his college education, Mr. Cardona served in the United States Army Reserve, United States Army, and California Air National Guard. His military service represents an important chapter in his background, preceding his academic achievements and longstanding legal career.
Mr. Cardona earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from San Jose State University in 1991, graduating magna cum laude. He went on to attend Santa Clara University School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor in 1995. That same year, he passed the California State Bar examination and began his career as a California attorney.
In 2023, Mr. Cardona was also admitted to the Oregon State Bar. At The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith, he brings his substantial family law experience to the firm’s representation of clients navigating family-related legal matters.
Bar Associations
- California – Membership No. 178099
Member Since: 1995 - Oregon – Membership No. 236141
Member Since: 2023
Education
- Santa Clara University School of Law – Juris Doctor – 1995
- San Jose State University – Bachelor of Arts in English – 1991
Phone: (916) 461-8548