Raymond Gregory Gomez

Raymond Gregory Gomez

also known as Ray Gomez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 55 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Vista, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI ... +6 more

Andrew P. Johnson, APC, 440 S. Melrose Drive, Ste. 260, Vista, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 55 years

State: California

Acquired: 1971

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

No misconduct found

Location

Raymond G. Gomez, Esq.

Andrew P. Johnson, APC, 440 S. Melrose Drive, Ste. 260, Vista, CA, 92081

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Raymond Gregory Gomez's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jim | March 28, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Client's referral response

Over the last few years, I have referred several clients to Mr. Gomez as I do not do criminal defense work. In each and every case, the referred client has followed up with me and expressed their complete satisfaction with Mr. Gomez. The common theme from these referred clients was that Mr. Gomez was... able to clearly explain to those clients exactly what to expect as the case moved along. His compassion for those clients and his subject mastery and experience was exemplary.

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Posted by Anne | March 28, 2018 | Criminal Defense

EXCELLENT CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

I often refer criminal cases to Ray. He always does his best for the clients. If I have a case with criminal crossovers, I call Ray. He is always responsive, helpful and very knowledgeable.

Raymond Gomez

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Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommended!

I highly recommend Ray Gomez as an attorney to take a professional stance with your case. He is very direct and honest about everything involved with your situation. There is no fluff in his delivery and he will take the time to investigate every aspect of charges that you are facing. He is very p...rompt to act quickly and keep you updated, leaving you relieved at a time when you are so uneasy, during a very difficult time in your life. I know, I had never been in this type of situation ever in my life and I was very frightened. Ray was able to share everything about my case in a way that I understood. I highly recommend Ray for his professional services.

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Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ray is a Rock Star!

While going through a particularly contentious divorce, I suddenly found myself on the wrong side of domestic violence allegations, and was referred to Ray to make things right. As someone who had never even had a parking ticket, I was embarrassed and mortified that I found myself in the position of... needing to hire a criminal attorney to defend me against these false allegations. Ray worked tirelessly on my case for months, and I am thrilled to say that I was eventually cleared of all charges. Without Ray's guidance and assistance, things could have been much, much worse than they were. His fees are fair, and he never promises a "win" but he will fight for you every step of the way. If you are in need of the assistance of a criminal attorney, I would never recommend anyone else. Thanks Ray!!

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Raymond Gregory Gomez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Bailey

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray has been around forever. He kicked my butt when I was new attorney over 23 years ago, and I still respect his opinion on legal matters. He is intelligent and well prepared, and does a great job for his clients."

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Richard Muir

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Ray Gomez for almost 40 years. He is an outstanding attorney; smart, diligent and aggressive. He is well-respected by all the judges and especially the D.A.'s he goes up against in cases. I would highly recommend him to anyone facing criminal charges. Richard Muir"

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Andrew Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ray Gomez is my go to criminal defense attorney in North County San Diego. Ray and I have worked together on several matters over the years that blend the criminal and domestic practice areas with outstanding results for our mutual client. He is a A grade Criminal Defense lawyer that I have complete faith in. Smart, knows the law and the system. Ray is an excellent trial attorney and gives it his all for is clients. If you need an excellent criminal defense attorney Ray is you lawyer."

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William Nimmo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ray Gomez for many years. He is one of the "heavyweights" of the San Diego North County. Ray is well respected and well known by anyone who is anyone in the system. While Ray is a skilled trial lawyer, he is best known for negotiating good deals for his clients. He knows the law well and he knows how to bring out the best for his clients. I am in contact with him regularly in and out of court and I can tell you that he works very hard to get those great results that he gets for the people he represents. I endorse him totally William F Nimmo"

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Richard Muir

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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William Nimmo

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top Criminal Attorney, San Diego Magazine

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Criminal Attorney, San Diego Magazine

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Service Awards, North County Bar Association and North County Superior Court

2010

Outstanding Lawyer, North County Lawyer Magazine

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - 2017

Criminal Defense & Civil Lawyer, Gomez & Muir

1971 - 1974

Supervising Attorney, Ford Foundation/Defender's Inc.

Associations

American Inns of Court

Master

2010 - 2014

North County Bar Association

Chairman of Criminal Bar

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI / Accident

Client ordered to wear ankle monitor for 1 year, attend counseling, lose license.

High speed chase with police evasion

After months of negotiation, client offered probation on stringent conditions.

Police Officer arrested for natcotics violation

Probation with no custody imposed

Sexual Battery

Case resolved with local custody and psychological counseling

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Education

1970

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1967

Saint Mary's College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

American Inns of Court

The Art of Persuasion During Opening Statements

2018

American Inns of Court

Ethical Issues - Lawyers with Significant Health Issues

Publications

2019

2018

LinkedIn DUI Conviction

2018

LinkedIn Criminal Arrest

2018

LinkedIn Auto Accident

2018

LinkedIn DUI Conviction

Languages

English

Spanish

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