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Rafael Omar Gomez
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Biography
Mr. Gomez is a trial lawyer with a concentration in Civil Litigation. He has litigated a wide array of civil matters involving personal injury, toxic exposures including lead paint poisoning, employment and discrimination claims, commercial litigation, and contract disputes. He has handled matters from the initial investigation through trial and appeal in both State and Federal courts in New York and has tried more than thirty-five civil trials to verdict. Mr. Gomez advocates for his clients in both the prosecution and defense of civil claims. His clients have ranged from individuals to national corporations and he fights tirelessly on their behalf to ensure their rights are protected.
Mr. Gomez also represents small businesses ranging from sole proprietorships to not-for-profits to corporations in all aspects of their business pursuits. His work involves creation of the appropriate business entity, day to day legal counseling on liability issues, employment matters and contract drafting and review. As counsel to these businesses he assists his clients navigate the difficult waters of business to ensure they are in compliance with applicable laws and all rights are protected as they operate in today’s challenging economy.
Mr. Gomez is fluent in Spanish and is a first generation citizen who was born in Buffalo after his family moved to Western New York from the Dominican Republic. He is actively involved in the local Hispanic community including Hispanics United of Buffalo, and in 2008 he received the Nuestro Orgullo Latino award from HUB for his contributions. He has also been selected as a top lawyer in Insurance Litigation by Business First. Mr. Gomez has concentrated on lead paint poisoning cases and successfully tried the first civil case to verdict in Erie County in 2003. He has also been a national speaker on lead paint poisoning and presented at Mealey’s Lead Paint Poisoning program in 2008.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
25 years
Employment and Labor
30%
24 years
Business
10%
25 years
Litigation
10%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Gomez Law, LLC
2746 Delaware Avenue, The Eberhardt Mansion, Buffalo, NY, 14217
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Rafael Omar Gomez's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Employment & Labor advice session
Rafael responded Immediately to an 11:30 pm request for advice and gave me the answers I needed.
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Employment & Labor advice session
10/10 very nice person and great help
Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2015
Very nice person
I met with Mr. Gomez for a free consultation. He made arrangements to see me within a day of leaving a message for him through Avvo. He patiently listened to my story and was very easy to speak to. Although I will not need his services this time, I plan to contact him again if I ever feel the need...
Posted by Lisa | June 04, 2015 | Personal Injury
Rafael is an outstanding attorney who works diligently for his clients.
I obtained the legal services of Rafael after being injured in a car accident. He listened to my concerns and walked me through my legal options. After taking on my case he fought diligently to protect my rights and was able to settle my case for more than I had anticipated. He is honest, smart a...
Posted by Steven | January 29, 2015
I was fortunate to have such a professional advisor
Rafael Gomez called me in 15 minutes after placing my order. He was informative and knowledgeable about my issue. He answered pretty much all of my questions, that other lawyers I've called couldn't give me a straight answers for. I found him friendly and client oriented. I recommend him highly.
Rafael Omar Gomez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Rafael. He is an outstanding lawyer and provides excellent service to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Rafael brings it all. He's prepared, no matter the setting and is extremely versed in many areas of personal injury. Rafael is confidant in his abilities, and respectfully stubborn in his pursuit of maximizing recovery for his clients. His cases move, and his clients like him. Outside of the office, although no official statistics are recorded, it is widely believed that Rafael has led the Attorney Softball League in home runs three of the last four seasons, and is known to have hit the furthest home run in League history."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse Rafael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse Attorney Gomez without reservation."
"Rafael Omar Gomez is a top-notch personal injury lawyer in the Buffalo region. I proudly endorse him."
"I endorse Mr. Gomez. It is clear from Mr. Gomez's contributions to this forum that he is an experienced attorney with an excellent understanding of the law. His advice is sound and practical."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Paul Becker
Personal injury lawyer
Vincent LoTempio
Intellectual property lawyer
John Ford
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Upstate New York Super Lawyers List, SuperLawyers
2008
Who's Who In Law, Business First
2008
Nuestro Orgullo Award, Hispanics United of Buffalo, Inc.
Work Experience
2010 - 2016
Attorney, Lotempio & Brown, P.C.
2001 - 2010
Partner, Bouvier Partnership, LLP
Associations
2001 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Bar Association of Erie CountyMember
2001 - Present
Western New York Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Hispanic Bar Association of WNYPresident
2014 - 2016
Western New York Trial Lawyers AssociationDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
Zaranek v Roberts Farms, et al.
Award of $750,000 for pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life.
Emmens v. Frey Electric Construction
Defense Verdict - No Award to Plaintiff
Santiago vs McGrath
Verdict for Plaintiff.
Education
2000
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Social Media and the Law, Public, Private and Personal
Free Speech Privileges v. Public and Private Institutional Interests
2009
Mealey's Lead Conference
Expert Witnesses in Lead Paint Litigation
Publications
2014
2013
New York Times
Careless Postings Has Consequences
2013
New York Times
Even if it enrages your boss, social net speech is protected
2013
Wall Street Journal
Chamber urges business to appeal labor rulings
2013
Buffalo News
Supreme Court to Weigh Recess Appointments
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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I was rear ended in a car accident and got whiplash and lower back pain.
28 Jan 2025
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No fault lost wages
25 Jan 2025
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Hi do you assist with school bus negligence?
05 Oct 2022