Raul is a very experienced lawyer which I would never hesitate to give a call again. I got into some trouble in san bernardino county and was court dated for two misdemeanor cases. Raul explained to me his plans and how he was going to fight my case before i even paid him for his services. I felt assured he was going to do his best to get the cases dismissed so i contracted him as my lawyer. Not only was he helpful in making me feel i could trust him but he also allowed me to be able to make payments for him to defend me. Two days after my court date i received a letter from santa barbara county stating that my cases were dropped. Thanks a lot Raul i greatly appreciate your help. GC
Raul is an excellent attorney. He recently helped me in a criminal defense matter and I am beyond grateful. He is knowledgeable and experienced in his line of work. He is not only reliable and demonstrates great professionalism, but he offers insight and support as well. He cares about his work and his clients. The outcome of my case was favorable, but even if it had not been, I would still recommend him. Raul helped me survive a stressful situation in my life. He enabled me to move forward and make positive changes, and for that I will be forever thankful.
Including domestic violence, misdemeanors, felonies, drug crimes, drunk in public, assault and battery, ADW, marijuana, resisting arrest, DUI's and juvenile defense.
Including spousal battery, criminal threats, violation of restraining orders, stalking, cruelty to a child, and child endangerment. Family court and Domestic Violence court experience.
SOMETIMES EVEN REALLY GOOD PEOPLE NEED REALLY GOOD LAWYERS!I'VE DEFENDED THOUSANDS OF DUI CLIENTS! YOUR CASE WILL HAVE MY FULL ATTENTION AND EXPERIENCE.DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COURTS USE SPECIALIZED PROSECUTORS, LAWS, AND JUDGES. HIRE ME TO EVEN THE ODDS!
Raul Sabado has over 15 years of legal experience, has handled more than 10 thousand criminal and juvenile justice cases and has tried 50 trials to verdict.
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His experience includes successfully representing clients in the CA Superior Courts of Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, San Bernardino, Victorville, Riverside West Covina, El Monte, Alhambra, Los Angeles, Fullerton and Santa Ana.  He has also represented hundreds of clients who were being investigated by the police to successfully avoid criminal prosecution.
In addition to practicing law, Raul has taught as an adjunct professor at Cal Poly Pomona for 15 years and now teaches at the La Verne College of Law.
He has earned a bachelor of science degree in economics from Cal Poly Pomona and a juris doctor degree from Loyola Marymount University.
For 7 years he worked as a trial lawyer with the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office and holds special training in handling sexual assault and domestic violence cases.
In 2016 he was elected President of the San Gabriel Valley Lawyer Referral Service (SGVLRS). The SGVLRS is a non-profit public service organization, certified by the State Bar of California that provides lawyer referrals to the public. On the board he is responsible for review the credentials, experience, and ethical record of other lawyers who apply for membership.
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Posted by GC | March 27, 2013
Misdemeanor Charges Dropped
Raul is a very experienced lawyer which I would never hesitate to give a call again. I got into some trouble in san bernardino county and was court dated for two misdemeanor cases. Raul explained to me his plans and how he was going to fight my case before i even paid him for his services. I felt assured he was going to do his best to get the cases dismissed so i contracted him as my lawyer. Not only was he helpful in making me feel i could trust him but he also allowed me to be able to make payments for him to defend me. Two days after my court date i received a letter from santa barbara county stating that my cases were dropped. Thanks a lot Raul i greatly appreciate your help. GC
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Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2012
Diligent, Honest, and Devoted to His Profession
Raul is an excellent attorney. He recently helped me in a criminal defense matter and I am beyond grateful. He is knowledgeable and experienced in his line of work. He is not only reliable and demonstrates great professionalism, but he offers insight and support as well. He cares about his work and his clients. The outcome of my case was favorable, but even if it had not been, I would still recommend him. Raul helped me survive a stressful situation in my life. He enabled me to move forward and make positive changes, and for that I will be forever thankful.
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Posted by Yolanda | May 27, 2022
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100% Recommended
Without giving out to much information, my 20 year old nephew found himself in a bad situation where he could have been facing a lot of time. After consulting several attorneys and them asking for up front payments of upwards to $10,000.00 to represent him. We came across RAUL C SABADO; Mr Sabado was a blessing, he immediately took it upon himself(before we even hired him) to look into my nephews case, he wanted to see exactly what the DA had on him. He also said that his representation could end up being close to the $10,000.00 BUT he didn't try to charge it all up front. We paid him only $2000.00 so he could represent my nephew at the first hearing and based off of that and what needed to be done he would charge the rest accordingly. He immediately got to work on the case, he worked with my nephew and mentored him by having him look for a job, he told him it would be a good idea to go back to school and look for NA classes. He knew how important it would be to paint a good picture of my nephew to the DA. I am happy to say that we got the great news today that the case was dismissed! That's it, we are done!! We didn't have to pay not one more cent to him. So while other attorneys wanted the full amount up front, Raul did not do this, I am forever grateful to him for the way he handled the case, how he was always there for us answering questions left and right at all hours of the day and night through calls and texts he made himself avail. I would 100% recommend Raul to anyone and everyone! Thank you Raul for loving your job and not taking advantage of people while being very efficient, we truly appreciate it.
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Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2021
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Recommended
I looked up Mr. Sabado’s firm because of a relative with mental health issues in legal trouble. Mr. Sabado and Ms. Esmeralda, his assistant, were both tactful and efficient in their questioning, and quick to grasp the facts of the situation. Mr. Sabado took the time to discuss the available options and possible difficulties and outcomes – he was knowledgeable about this type of cases and clear in helping me navigate my relative's. He was also considerate of my hopes but realistic in his evaluation.
About a week later, I called for additional clarification: not only did they remember our previous conversation but they were equally kind and attentive.
I came away with a direction and with potentially helpful referrals (Ms. Esmeralda went so far as calling one of them to confirm they could be of assistance). My overall impression is of professionalism and kindness - if you find yourself in trouble, I recommend calling.
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Posted by John | June 12, 2020
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Best Legal Defense
I was arrested and charged with domestic battery even though I was clearly defending myself from my girlfriend’s attack. The judge and prosecutor didn’t care and just wanted me to plead guilty. I was charged with committing domestic violence and the judge issued a restraining order. Raul Sabado and his team helped me to present the truth. They convinced the prosecutor and judge to DISMISS the case and remove the restraining order!!! Thank you so much!
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Posted by Forest | June 28, 2017
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Thank you Professor Sabado
This was my first offense and after calling many lawyers for consultations, I knew right away Mr. Sabado was different. He is a great attorney and a professor. Did a great job in court, he knew the prosecutors and they respected him. I knew I was in good hands working with him and would highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2017
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Excellent Service and Professional!!!
Raul Sabado is very calm, professional, and super patient in answering all my concerns. He understands my worries. Since my situation happened on the weekend, I called him outside of his office schedule. He is willing to spend his time addressing my issues even before I said that I would want to hire him. Although my case is not closed yet (the statute of limit is 1 year), Raul assures me that he will be there to the end. His legal assistant, Jared Gonzales, is also helpful in addressing my issues. I strongly recommend Raul Sabado as your lawyer!!
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Posted by Kimberly | September 1, 2016
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Experienced and effective lawyer
Raul Sabado was the first lawyer I have ever hired and it was a great experience. When I was shopping around for lawyers I knew he was trustworthy because he was very informative and showed interest in my case. He took his time to talk to me several times before I actually decided to hire him. The whole process was very easy as he explained to me his approach and strategy towards getting the ideal results. Also, he communicated right before and after my court dates and his associates also shared any important information or documents via email. In the end I got the results I hoped for and was really satisfied. Hiring Raul Sabado was worth every penny and I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for for an experienced and effective lawyer.
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Posted by Andrew | December 30, 2015
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Excellent Attorney
When my girlfriend’s family needed some help, someone I trusted recommended Sabado & Associates. We met with two of the lawyers there. Both were straightforward, smart, and fair with pricing.
We met with attorney Raul Sabado about a DUI issue. Mr. Sabado was an expert at explaining to us the difference between a good DUI case and a bad one that would probably get dismissed. He is also very good about addressing our concerns without making us feel ashamed to ask those kinds of questions. When someone I know needs help with this type of case, I fully recommend Raul Sabado. He and his staff are very professional.
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Posted by Joe | December 28, 2015
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Highly suggested!
On several occasions, I have reached out to Raul for advice. In every instance, I received quality and thorough feedback. I received insight that several others that I had approached did not offer me. Raul’s insight comes from years of experience as a professor and attorney who specializes in the field of criminal defense. Raul takes the time to work in a professional and diligent manner in order to provide top quality help. Raul’s commitment to helping clients is clear and it’s easy to see how he has earned the reputation he has.
If you ever need professional, legal advice, Raul is the first person you should go to. I promise you will not be disappointed. I would not hesitate to suggest Raul’s professional help to anyone.
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Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2015
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Another DUI statistic
I recently got another DUI which to my chagrin I never thought I would. Raul Sabado was straight to the point and factual about my circumstances, presenting best and worst case scenarios. When I had my first appearance at court, Mr. Sabado presented me with a best case scenario and I took the offer from the state. I highly recommend Raul Sabado for any litigation that unfortunately you may come across.
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Posted by Jazmine | June 20, 2015
Genuine, Passionate and Flexible
I was referred to Raul Sabado by a friend who was interning at his law firm and encouraged me to pursue him as my lawyer. She informed me that Raul succeeds in the majority of cases related to my offense. That was very encouraging and I decided to meet with him to discuss my case. As soon as I walked in to his office, he was professional, passionate and customer friendly. I explained to him my case and he explained to be step by step as to how this process would proceed if I were to choose him as my lawyer. I was very satisfied with his presentation and handed him my case. Throughout the whole process he was very supportive and attentive to any questions or concerns I had by following up through emails and phone calls. In a matter of a few months, I get a congratulations email from Raul stating that my case was a success and we had won. I was very pleased with his work and his associates. I would definitely recommended Raul as one of the best and most genuine criminal law attorneys in southern California. Thank you Raul, your work is appreciated.
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Posted by Joshua | April 23, 2015
Excellent Attorney and Mentor!
I will always look to Attorney Raul Sabado for expert legal advice and/or representation. Mr. Sabado was my college professor and adviser at Cal Poly Pomona. He understands the criminal courtroom, judges, and prosecutors very well and has helped me to refine my knowledge of the law and my own trial skills. Not only is he a skilled criminal trial attorney who is genuinely concerned for the needs and interests of his clients, but he is also heavily involved in the local community. His legal advice and guidance has provided me with discipline and confidence which has assisted me in every aspect of my academic and extracurricular endeavors. There is no doubt that I can count on this unique educator/lawyer.
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Posted by Mikael Wynn | December 16, 2014
A lawyer that you can trust
I probably dealt with 10 different lawyers before choosing Raul! Some will try to sell you their credentials claiming to work with celebrities and then others will just get their assistants to talk to you! Ridiculous. I'm telling you people, don't settle for that crap. I called Raul's office and he spoke with me, not some assistant. He gave answers when I had questions, was helpful and informative. I would recommend him to my personal friends if they ever needed it!
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Posted by Sonja | December 12, 2014
Praise for Raul Sabado & Associates
Last June our son found himself calling 911 to get help for his suicidal bi-polar girlfriend, only to be arrested, cuffed and jailed for domestic abuse when the girlfriend accused our son of hurting her. It's been a nightmare from the beginning: the jail, the bondsman, the inexperienced court appointed attorney, the disturbingly pompous judge. We'd never dealt with the criminal justice system: EVER! After an exhaustive online search we decided to ask Raul Sabado to help us. What sold us from the beginning was that in addition to running his own law firm, he teaches at Cal Poly. Raul is very good at explaining things because he is a teacher. We felt from the beginning that Raul was looking out for our son's best interests. We asked so many questions and he answered without making us feel completely ignorant. In the end our son plead guilty to a lesser charge to avoid a jury trial and possible jail time. Raul orchestrated the best possible deal he could. The Sabado staff, especially Miriam, are caring and hard working. We hope we never set foot in a courtroom again, but if we do, we'd pick Raul Sabado to defend us in a heartbeat.
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Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2013
Want a great lawyer?
Mr. Sabado is a brilliant and exceptional lawyer. He is very honest and realistic when it comes to a case. He will go over all options and potential outcomes with you so you know exactly where you are headed. After explaining all this, the decision is yours but Mr. Sabado will be behind you 100%. Great lawyer! Great experience!
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Posted by William | October 6, 2012
Great Attorney
Mr. Sabado is an excellent attorney. I worked with him for several years. He is very caring, knowledgeable, trustworthy and professional. I would recommend him to anyone who needed the assistance of an attorney.
Posted by Dan | March 14, 2012
A great help during my divorce
I hired Raul to help me during my divorce proceedings. He was very knowledgeable and helped take care of all the paperwork and legal aspects of this trying emotional time. He was always very responsive when I called and I felt he was definitely in my corner fighting for me.
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2012
Knowledgable, Passionate, and Honest
I seeked legal counsel from Raul Sabado recently and he was honest, straightforward, extremely knowledgeable, and passionate about his work and clients. Sabado genuinely cares about his clients, he even checked in after the legal matter had been settled (favorably). He was honest throughout the whole process and presented the facts of the situation I was in and my legal options clearly and honestly. If you want an exceptional attorney who is honest, straightforward, and genuinely cares I would strongly recommend Raul Sabado.
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Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2012
2nd Offense D.U.I.
Sabado really help me navigate through the court processes. It was a really stressful time in my life and I felt that he helped me obtain the results that I wanted. I did not do any jail time but did have to do a lengthy D.U.I. second offender program (Aprox. 2 yrs) Regardless, I was able to save my University education and Sabado motivated me to pursue a law school degree even with this offense on my record. I highly recommend him if you want someone real.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Sabado is a great attorney. I have known him for about 7 years and without hesitation I always recommend him to family and friends. I feel so confident in his work, that I would definitely hire him to represent my immediate family members if they were to encounter any legal issues down the road."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I worked with Raul for several years and have known him to be a hard working, dedicated, and skilled trial attorney. He cares deeply for his clients and will diligently work up their cases to try and get them the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Raul Sabado."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Raul is an incredibly intelligent and detail oriented lawyer. He works vigorously to make sure his clients receive the greatest representation possible. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I know Raul to be a skilled and seasoned defense attorney as well as an educator. He zealously advocates for his clients bar none. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I had unique pleasure of taking Professor Sabado's classes at Cal. Poly Pomona, as well as worked as a clerk for Sabado and Associates, APLC. Mr. Sabado is a tireless advocate for his clients and extremely well versed in criminal defense. I recommend Mr. Sabado for any criminal defense matter."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Raul is an extremely skilled and seasoned attorney. He genuinely cares about his clients' interests. Raul analyzes long term effects of any potential disposition in order to ensure that his clients are able to achieve their life's goals. His background as an educator also enhances his ability to communicate with his clients in a clear and concise manner. Raul constantly goes above and beyond the scope of his representation in order for his clients' needs."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 09
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have known Raul for the past 5 years. He is an excellent attorney, friend and mentor. He is always prepared and fights diligently for every client. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've known Raul for a long time. Over that period, I've seen him in action - he is confident in the courtroom and compassionate with his clients. I have trusted Raul with matters/cases in the past, and I will do so in the future."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Raul and I worked together at the Public Defender's office in Los Angeles. He is diligent, intelligent. precise and empathetic. I would not hesitate to endorse Raul."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I worked with Raul while in the Public Defender's office. He is a smart, capable and diligent attorney who fights for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Child custody Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Raul for over a decade and have been a constant witness to his legal career. He has approached each and every client’s case with great dedication and diligence. I have observed him in court on a number of occasions. He has handled all of his child custody and support cases with competence and compassion both in the courtroom and during negotiations. He presents his cases in court with fervor but always maintains composure and respect toward the court and other parties, a characteristic so many family law attorneys lack or easily lose, doing a great disservice to their clients."
Juvenile law Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Co-worker
"I worked with Raul for a little over a year in our adult criminal and juvenile delinquency assignments at the Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office. Passionate about this line of work, he was known to work around the clock, utilizing creative defense strategies to assist his clients. He was professional, polite, and effective. I have personally referred clients to Raul, who all contacted me at the end of their cases to praise his work and to thank me for referring him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Raul is an experienced, professional - a true advocate for his clients. Moreover, he is spreading his knowledge of the law to shape future attorneys. I would most definitely refer my clients to Raul. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Raul is very experienced in handling criminal defense matters and has been very successful advocating for his client's best interests."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Raul Sabado seeks fairness in the criminal justice system. He is an experienced criminal defense lawyer with a tremendous and gifted ability in the courtroom, and you can depend on him to give you practical legal advice. I would refer Raul with complete confidence in his abilities."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 04
Relationship: Co-worker
"Mr. Sabado is very meticulous and thorough with his handling of cases. He is well versed in the law and during our six years together as deputy public defenders for L.A. County I watched him handle numerous complex cases with great success. I would highly endorse Mr. Sabado."