Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
44 Client Reviews
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Dale Gribow
also known as Dale Gribow Attorney at Law
About Dale
Biography
“I have represented and protected the constitutional rights of CV Accident Victims and DUI clients for over 30 years. My mission is clear: to Maximize Accident Settlements so that clients receive the justice they deserve, while Minimizing DUI Sentences to help people move forward with their lives. In short, I secure justice by fighting for the best possible outcome, every time.”
40-Top Lawyer | 10.0 | 5-Star | Career Awards: | Google | Avvo Superb, Client Choice Award ‘25 | Martindale AV Pre-eminent, Client Champion Award ‘25- "both reflecting the highest rating for Legal Ability/Ethical Trustworthiness Gold Standards possible by confidential opinions of judges and attorneys" | Nolo | Justia | Lawyers.com | 9 Man of the Year | 5 Dale Gribow Days | Mr. Charity - Recognizing dozens of legal/philanthropic awards | Judge Pro-Tem | Arbitrator | Mediator | Legal Commentator/Analyst | Top 3 CV Power Couples | Host-Legal Talk Show/Election Eve News Coverage | 1000 Weekly Legal Columns | Desert Sun Society Columnist-14 yrs | Rotarian | Married 42 years | Founder: City of Hope Fellowship | University Foundation.
As an attorney with whom the media consults, he has been interviewed by most local and national media outlets and represented numerous movie stars, fellow lawyers, professional athletes, and high-profile VIPs. Gribow was honored as the only So Cal attorney invited to be a faculty member of The International College of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Conference, to teach doctors HOW TO WRITE A PROPER MED LEGAL REPORT (that aids the patient). He has SHARED HIS KNOWLEDGE WITH LOCAL DOCTORS, setting his clients' cases apart from other lawyers.
The VALUE of Accident cases rises or falls, on the medical/legal reports… the most essential part of boosting the case value. It’s a skill many local doctors were not taught in their med schools, but one that maximizes settlements… because the Medical Records…in a sense, TESTIFY!
Gribow, “Mr. Charity”, is a respected philanthropist, serving as President/Chairman of over a dozen non-profits: Palm Desert Rotary, Children's Discovery Museum, Institute of Critical Care Medicine, Loving All Animals, Cedars-Sinai's Thalian's, Friars Club, Beverly Hills Country Club, and The Trojan Club of the Desert, and an active board member of over 50 charities in LA/CV.
He and his wife, Patti, founded a Children's Cancer Fellowship at The City of Hope and a University Foundation.
Following in his father’s footsteps, "Giving back to the community has been a continued theme throughout his life."
YOU MAY NOT NEED A PI/DUI LAWYER! If not, I will direct you...honestly! 40 TOP LAWYER Awards * Avvo (6) 10.0/5 Star, "Clients Choice '25" * Martindale AV Highest Peer Rating "Client Champion '25" * 5.0 | GOOGLE| Justia | Nolo | Lawyers.com * 5-Dale Gribow Days * 9 Man of the Year * "Mr. Charity"
YOU MAY NOT NEED A PI/DUI LAWYER! If not, I will direct you...honestly! 40 TOP LAWYER Awards * Avvo (6) 10.0/5 Star, "Clients Choice '25" * Martindale AV Highest Peer Rating "Client Champion '25" * 5.0 | GOOGLE| Justia | Nolo | Lawyers.com * 5-Dale Gribow Days * 9 Man of the Year * "Mr. Charity"
YOU MAY NOT NEED A DUI/PI LAWYER! If not, I will direct you...honestly! 40 TOP LAWYER Awards * Avvo (6) 10.0/5 Star, "Clients Choice '25" * Martindale AV Highest Peer Rating "Client Champion '25" * 5.0 | GOOGLE| Justia | Nolo | Lawyers.com * 5-Dale Gribow Days * 9 Man of the Year * "Mr. Charity"
YOU MAY NOT NEED A PI/DUI LAWYER! If not, I will direct you...honestly! 40 TOP LAWYER Awards * Avvo (6) 10.0/5 Star, "Clients Choice '25" * Martindale AV Highest Peer Rating "Client Champion '25" * 5.0 | GOOGLE| Justia | Nolo | Lawyers.com * 5-Dale Gribow Days * 9 Man of the Year * "Mr. Charity"
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
35%
39 years | 1,500 cases
Personal Injury
35%
39 years | 2,500 cases
Car Accident
20%
Criminal Defense
10%
39 years | 2,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2023 2022
Licenses
Licensed in California for 56 years
State: California
Acquired: 1970
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Dale online.
Dale Gribow's Reviews
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Posted by Joe | November 18, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Dale is a people person.
Dale is a true professional and a pleasure to deal with. He is a quick study determining an optimal path.
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
A truly five star lawyer
Dale goes above standards to answer your questions and he makes it clear for us people that don't understand much about legal issues. He really puts time and personal attention to your case. I can go on and on, but what really matters at the end of the day is, Dale years of experience, gets the j...
Posted by Jason | June 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Went out of his way to help me!
Dale wasn't able to take my case because it isn't a part of his normal scope of practice, however he reached out to others on my behalf and even pointed me in the right direction which saved my statue. He definitely goes out of the way for his clients and potential clients. Highly recommend!
Posted by Henry | May 30, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Highly recommended
Dale is a great person. He assisted me in finding the best lawyer that I needed. He even followed up with me a few days later to chat and see how everything was going. Highly recommend
Posted by Troy | March 12, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Outstanding Attorney Who Truly Cares
Attorney Dale Gribow is an exceptional lawyer who genuinely cares about helping people. Even though I couldn’t afford his rates, he still took the time to listen to me about my criminal case and provided honest advice. He pointed out important aspects of my case that I hadn’t considered, which was ...
Dale Gribow's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Dale. 45 years of practicing criminal law is extremely experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor if you are near or in Palm Desert and schedule a consultation. KUDOS"
"Attorney Gribow has a reputation in the Coachella Valley as an tough, talented and and effective criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dale has benn a colleague for years and he is experienced in all types of litigation. He always seems to obtain great results."
"I have known Dale since he first moved to the Desert many years ago. Dale is well liked among his peers and is very involved in the legal community and the community at large. Dale supports young lawyers and many community groups."
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Experience
Honors
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
(Six) 10.0 /5 Star Superb Rating Awards, AVVO
2023
TOP LAWYER, PALM SPRINGS LIFE
2022
TOP LAWYER, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2022
TOP ATTORNEY./PINNACLE PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR, CONTINENTAL WHO'S WHO
2021
Best Lawyer (PI/DUI), The Prestigious Palm Springs Life
2021
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
NATIONS TOP 1%, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED COUNSEL
2021
INNER CIRCLE OF PROFESSIONALS, ICE MAGAZINE
2018
SELECTED "A FEW GOOD MEN", RONALD MCCONALD HOUSE
2018
TOP 199 CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS IN CALIFORNIA, AMERICAN SOCIETY OF LEGAL ADVOCATES
2016
BEST LAW FIRMS OF AMERICA, RUE RATINGS
2016
Top Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine
2014
TOP 100 Lawyers in California, Best Attorneys of America
2013
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
TOP LAWYER, Palm Springs Life Magazine
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
TRUE VISIONARY, AMERICAN BIOGRAPHICAL INSTITUTE
2012
Who's Who, Biltmore Who's Who
2011
Who's Who, Cambridge Who's Who
2011
TOP LAWYER, PALM SPRINGS LIFE
2005
Badge for Executive Council Attorney, Banning Police Department
2000
MAN OF THE YEAR, CITY OF PALM DESERT
1994
MAN OF THE YEAR, CITY OF HOPE
N/A
DALE GRIBOW DAY 4 TIMES, CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
N/A
LISTED BY 50 PUBLICATIONS, WHO'S WHO
N/A
Who's Who in American Law,
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, Dale Gribow Attorney at Law
1974 - 2013
President, Law Ofc Dale Gribow PC
1970 - 1974
Trial Attorney, LA County Public Defender
Associations
2021 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2012 - Present
Blue Ribbon Comm/ Council SalariesCity of Palm Desert
2012 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
1994 - Present
Desert Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
1994 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
1970 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2013 - 2014
CV Association of GovernmentsAd Hoc Blue Ribbon Panel/member
2010 - 2012
Drunk Driving Defenders of DesertFOUNDER
2010 - 2013
DUI DefendersMember
2003 - 2005
Drunk Driving Defenders of the DesertPresident
2000 - 2016
Calif Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1994 - 2023
Consumer Attorneys of Los AngelesLifetime Member
1985 - 1995
Century City Bar AssociationMember
1976 - 2015
National Association Crim Defense LawyersMember
1975 - 2000
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
1974 - 2007
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1974 - 1994
American Bar AssociationMember
1972 - 1994
San Fernando Valley Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
1972 - 1998
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1970 - 1994
Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
1970 - 1974
Los Angeles Public DefendersTrial Lawyer
Sample of Legal Cases
Celena Nava Wrongful Death
Case settled by Gribow for policy limits
Education
1968
Loyola University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1965
University of Southern California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
USC & UCLA Law
Post graduate classes
Speaking Engagements
2005
Graduation Ceremony LCV
Valedictorian Speaker
2005
Annual Convention of Ortho Surgeons
Lecturer: How to Write Med/Legal Rpt
1992
Radio Talk Show
Accidentally Yours
1991
Radio Talk Show
Accidentally Yours
1990
TV Show
Criminal Law Panel Discussion
1990
California Trial Lawyers Association Convention
Law
1979
University of West Los Angeles
Class Lecturer on Law
1978
University of West Los Angeles
Legal Lecture
1977
University of West Los Angeles
Class speaker
Publications
2022
Desert Sun
Society Columnist
2022
CV Weekly Paper
Dale Gribow on the Law Column
2022
WHO'S WHO
TOP ATTORNEYS OF NORTH AMERICA
2022
AMERICAN REGISTRY
REGISTRY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE
2021
CONTINENTAL WHO'S WHO
TOP ATTORNEY
2018
WHO'S WHO
ALBERT NELSON MARQUIS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
1991
Century City News
Accidentally Yours
1991
Beverly Hills Today
Accidentally Yours
1988
Los Angeles Herald Examiner
Facts of Law
1988
Santa Monica Evening Outlook
Facts of Law
1975
Single Life Magazine
One Toke Away
N/A
Los Angeles Herald Examiner
You and the Law
N/A
Santa Monica Evening Outlook
You and the Law
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does the jail time while waiting to go to court ordered rehab apply to the sentence?
10 Aug 2023
Q&A
Its been over a year frok the accident arresting officer said it was a misdemeanor can i be arrested ? p
08 Aug 2023
Q&A
What can i do to represent myself?
08 Aug 2023