Barton Mendez Soto PLLC

Barton Mendez Soto PLLC is an Arizona law firm focused on employment law, political law, election law, campaign finance, and constitutional advocacy. Founded in 2021 by Jim Barton and Jacqueline Mendez Soto, the firm represents workers, unions, advocacy groups, ballot measure committees, political organizations, and mission-driven nonprofits. Its work centers on protecting workplace rights, supporting democratic participation, and helping clients advance legal and policy goals that affect individuals and communities across Arizona.

Barton Mendez Soto PLLC approaches each matter with careful analysis, hands-on guidance, and a strong focus on equity and justice. The firm works closely with clients to understand their goals, risks, and legal options, whether the matter involves workplace discrimination, wage violations, campaign compliance, ballot access, or organizational strategy. Its attorneys provide practical advice, prepare matters for negotiation or litigation, and remain engaged throughout the process, enabling clients to make informed decisions.

Barton Mendez Soto PLLC handles workplace rights matters involving discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation, wage-and-hour claims, sick-time violations, constitutional rights, and protected employee activity. The firm also advises clients on campaign finance compliance, political committees, civic engagement organizations, ballot measures, initiative campaigns, voter protection, and related disputes. Its team includes attorneys with experience in litigation, government service, labor and employment law, nonprofit advising, political advocacy, and administrative proceedings.

Barton Mendez Soto PLLC is distinguished by its mission-driven practice and its work on significant Arizona causes, including matters involving the Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act and the Predatory Debt Collection Protection Act. The firm combines legal skill, policy knowledge, and community-focused advocacy to help clients address complex legal and political challenges. By representing workers, advocates, and organizations, Barton Mendez Soto PLLC continues to provide practical, values-driven representation in matters that affect rights, workplaces, and public participation.