Raul Coretana Sabado
- Claremont, CA
- Licensed for 14 years
About Raul
Sometimes even REALLY GOOD people need REALLY GOOD lawyers!
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.
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.
His career includes practice in the CA Superior Courts of Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, San Bernardino, West Covina, El Monte, Alhambra, 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 regularly 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.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 55%
Including domestic violence, misdemeanors, felonies, drug crimes, drunk in public, assault and battery, ADW, marijuana, resisting arrest, DUI's and juvenile defense.
15 years, 15,000 cases
- DUI and DWI: 30%
Including DMV hearings, hit and run, suspended license, DUI with injuries, and evading arrest.
15 years, 6,000 cases
- Expungement: 5%
15 years, 200 cases
- Domestic violence: 5%
Including spousal battery, criminal threats, violation of restraining orders, stalking, cruelty to a child, and child endangerment. Family court and Domestic Violence court experience.
15 years, 2,500 cases
- Juvenile law: 5%
11 years, 1,200 cases
Languages spoken
English
Photos and videos
Contact
Law Offices of Sabado, Patel & Gomez
678 S. Indian Hill Blvd.
Suite 210
Claremont, CA, 91711
Website
Law Offices of Sabado, Patel & Gomez
9375 Archibald Ave.
Suite 313
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730
Law Offices of Sabado, Patel & Gomez
16033 E. San Bernardino Rd.
Suite 203
West Covina, CA, 91722
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 2004 | 09/26/2019 |
| Legal answers | 5 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate - Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Counselor | Project Sister Family Services | 2017 |
| Top Attorneys | Pasadena Magazine | 2016 |
| Nation's Top One Percent | The National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
| Top Attorneys | Pasadena Magazine | 2014 |
| 2013 Top Attorneys | Pasadena Magazine | 2013 |
| Dedicated Service Award | Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Clients' Choice Award | Avvo.com | 2012 |
| Scholarship Recipient | American Bar Association & National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | 2011 |
| Scholarship Recipient | National Contract Management Association | 2000 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private Juvenile Defense Counsel (P.C. 987.2) | Los Angeles County Superior Court, Pomona | 2018 - Present |
| Arbitrator | San Gabriel Valley Attorney Referral Service | 2013 - Present |
| President | Law Offices of Sabado & Associates | 2013 - Present |
| Adjunct Professor | California State Polytechnic University, Pomona | 2003 - Present |
| Adjunct Professor | Univ. of La Verne, College of Law | 2016 - 2018 |
| President | Law Offices of Raul C. Sabado, APLC | 2012 - 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| General Counsel | URBAN Teens Exploring Technology | 2011 - 2016 |
| Trial Lawyer | Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office | 2005 - 2012 |
| Associate Attorney | Law Offices of Guerrero & Chan, LLP | 2004 - 2005 |
| Legal Assistant | Veatch, Carlson, Grogan & Nelson | 2002 - 2004 |
| Law Clerk | Monterey County Public Defender's Office | 2001 - 2001 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Juvenile Defender Center | Member | 2018 - Present |
| San Gabriel Valley Lawyer Referral Service | President | 2016 - Present |
| Philippine American Bar Association of Los Angeles | Attorney Member | 2015 - Present |
| San Gabriel Valley Lawyer Referral Service | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
| U.S. District Court - Central District of California | Admitted to Practice | 2014 - Present |
| Eastern Bar Association of Los Angeles County | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| San Gabriel Valley Attorney Referral Service | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
| Western San Bernardino County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
| California DUI Lawyers Association | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
| Team Chapter - West Covina / South Hills | Vice President | 2012 - Present |
| State Bar of California, Family Law Section | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
| State Bar of California, Criminal Law Section | Attorney Member | 2011 - Present |
| California Faculty Association | Faculty Member | 2004 - Present |
| California State Bar | Attorney Member | 2004 - Present |
| San Gabriel Valley Bar Lawyer Referral Service | President | 2016 - 2017 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| California State Univ., Class Materials | Strategies for Direct Examinations | 2012 |
| California State Univ., Class Materials | Strategies for Cross Examination | 2012 |
| California State Univ., Class Materials | Advanced Evidence Primer (FRE) | 2006 |
| California State Univ., Class Materials | Closing Argument Tips | 2005 |
| California State Univ., Class Materials | Opening Statement Tips | 2005 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola Law School | Juris Doctor | 2004 |
| California State Polytechnic University, Pomona | Bachelor of Science | 2000 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Stages of Criminal Prosecution (Continuing Education) | Stages of Criminal Prosecution (Continuing Education) | 2015 |
| TEAM Network Meeting | Sometimes Even Good People Get Into Trouble | 2013 |
| TEAM Network Lunch | 8 Common Criminal Law Myths | 2013 |
| Introduction to Public Law - Political Science Dept. (Spring 2013) | Public Law | 2013 |
| Fall Quarter 2013 | Mock Trial | 2013 |
| Court Interpreter and American Translator Continuing Education | The US Legal System: Trial Courts | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Quarter 2012 | American Judiciary | 2012 |
| Introduction to Public Law - Political Science Dept. (Fall 2012) | Public Law | 2012 |
| Introduction to Public Law - Political Science Dept. (Fall 2012) | Public Law | 2012 |
| Fall Quarter 2012 | Mock Trial | 2012 |
| Introduction to Public Law - Political Science Dept. (Spring 2011) | Public Law | 2011 |
| "Ask a Lawyer" Series | Is Law School Right For You? | 2010 |
| Juvenile Fitness Hearings - WIC 707(a) | Juvenile Fitness Hearing - Continuing Legal Education | 2008 |
| Arguing Common Trial Objections - MCLE | California Evidence | 2008 |
| Political Science Department | Advanced Trial Skills | 2007 |
| "Ask a Lawyer" Series Lecture | Know Your Rights In a DUI Investigation | 2007 |
| Political Science Department | Trial Skills | 2004 |
| "Ask a Lawyer" Series Lecture | How to Get Into and Survive Law School | 2004 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| People v. T.L. | Earned PC 1203.4 Dismissal in Client's Indecent Exposure Case |
| People v J.B. | Client get NO license suspension, admits a dry reckless and case is ultimately dismissed. |
| DMV v A.C. | Dismissed / Set Aside |
| People v. A.V. | Dismissal |
| People v. W.M. | Felony Dismissed on Day of Preliminary Hearing |
| People v. D.E. | Case Dismissed |
|---|---|
| People v. K.B. | Prosecutor Dismisses on First Day of Trial. |
| People v. D.M. | DUI dismissed. Client gets wet reckless. No loss of driving privilege. |
| People v. A.T. | Reduced to Misdemeanor - No Jail |
| People v. M.B. | Reduced to infraction and fine. |
| People v. I.G. | Felony DUI Dismissed |
| People v. E.F. | Domestic violence charges dismissed. Client kept his professional license. |
| L.C. v. A.P. | Client granted joint physical and legal custody of child. |
| People v. Gonzalez | Felony drug sales conviction reversed and new trial granted. |
| People v. F.H. | DUI dismissed. Client pleads no contest to drunk in public. No jail and no license suspension. |
| People v. T.M. | NOT Guilty Jury Verdict |
| People v. P.H. | Mr. Sabado convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charges to misdemeanor and client placed on probation. |
| People v. M.A. | Judge dismissed because jury could not agree on a verdict |
| People v. P.H. | Mr. Sabado convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charges to a misdemeanor and client placed on probation. |
| People v. L.K. (Juvenile) | Mr. Sabado convinces judge that accusation is Untrue (Not Guilty) |
| People v. R. P. | NOT Guilty Jury Verdict |
Misdemeanor Charges Dropped
Posted by GC
Thu Mar 28 2013
Diligent, Honest, and Devoted to His Profession
Posted by anonymous
Tue Feb 21 2012
Attorney endorsements
(21)Georgina Lepe, Probate Attorney on Aug 20, 2012
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.
Nicole Valera, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 29, 2012
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.
Matthew Gomez, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2017
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.
Marivel Zialcita, Estate planning Attorney on May 9, 2017
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.
Charles Stec, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Jan 4, 2017
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.
Pamela DiBello, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Raul is a highly skilled advocate.
Miriam Ali, Family Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
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.
Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Heena Patel, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 9, 2015
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.
Rhett Francisco, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
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.
Kratu Patel, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2013
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.
Trisha Newman, Appeals Attorney on Mar 19, 2013
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.
Jarrod Wilfert, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer, he is a tremendous resource for his clients due to his experience and work ethic.
Orsolya Forgo, Wills and living wills Attorney on Mar 7, 2013
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.
Kasie Lee, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 27, 2013
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.
Ginger Marcos, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
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.
Georgina Lepe, Probate Attorney on Aug 20, 2012
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.
Nicole Valera, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 29, 2012
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.
Steven Adamian, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 20, 2012
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.
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.
Walter Kuiland, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 4, 2012
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.
Terrance Cheung, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Sabado is knowledgeable, experienced, and a tireless fighter for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
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