Law Offices of Argueta & Gomez, LLP - Des Moines, IA

Dedicated Immigration and Criminal Defense Attorneys

Law Offices of Argueta & Gomez, LLP is a dynamic, Latino-owned law firm located in Des Moines, Iowa, dedicated to serving the legal needs of the immigrant and diverse communities of Iowa. Led by managing partner Raziel Argueta and attorney Clarissa Argueta, the firm brings a deep personal commitment to every case. Raziel, whose family fled civil war in Guatemala, understands the immigrant experience firsthand. This shared perspective drives the firm's passion for keeping families together and fighting for the rights of those often marginalized by the legal system.

Specialized Legal Advocacy

The firm focuses on areas of law that most critically impact families and freedom. Their primary practice areas include:

• Immigration Law: Providing aggressive defense against deportation (removal), handling asylum claims, DACA renewals, and family-based petitions.
• Criminal Defense: Defending clients against charges such as OWI (DUI), theft, and assault, with a specific focus on avoiding negative immigration consequences (”crimmigration”).
• Family Law: Assisting with divorce, child custody, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors.
• Victim Advocacy: Helping victims of crimes obtain U-Visas, T-Visas, and protection under VAWA.

Bilingual and culturally Competent

At Argueta & Gomez, communication is key. The entire team is fluent in Spanish, allowing clients to discuss sensitive legal matters in their native language without the need for interpreters. This direct line of communication builds trust and ensures that clients fully understand their legal options. If you need to find a lawyer who will fight relentlessly for your right to remain in the United States, Raziel Argueta and his team are the advocates you want. They have a proven track record of reopening deportation orders and securing bond for detained clients.

Located on Ingersoll Avenue

The firm's office is located on the vibrant Ingersoll Avenue corridor, making it accessible and welcoming. Hire an attorney who treats you like family and fights for you with the discipline and integrity of a soldier-Raziel Argueta serves as an officer in the Iowa National Guard, bringing leadership and dedication to his legal practice.