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James Rankin Gass
also known as Jim Gass
About James
Biography
James R. Gass, Attorney At Law seeks to provide excellent, personalized service to those facing criminal investigation and prosecution throughout Southern California. In the last 25 years, Mr. Gass has won more felony jury trials than any other attorney in San Bernardino County.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
35 years | 3,000 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
35 years | 500 cases
Federal Crime
15%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Attorney at Law
1200 Nevada St Ste 101, Redlands, CA, 92374
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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
The best attorney anyone could ask for...
Jim is the best attorney you could ask for. He is highly respected, deeply experienced, and truly compassionate. He will handle your case with care and compassion. Jim is exactly the person you want by your side during the most overwhelming and difficult times. I can’t recommend him enough.
Posted by Marcelina | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My son needed a great attorney
If I could give Mr. James Gass more stars I would. I highly recommend him as your attorney. Mr. Gass has a great presence, he is compassionate, caring and he knows his job very well. My son was in a lot of trouble Mr. Gass came highly recommended and he lived up to the referral and some. He was able ...
Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fast And Efficient
I hired Mr. Gass to represent me on an old warrant that came up. He was fast vary affordable had it taken care of in less than 60 days which is fast if anyone knows San Bernardino court house. he was great and a true blessing in a situation that seemed hopeless at first. thank you James Gass.
Posted by Tiffany Wallace | May 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My Brother's Defense
Attorney Gass was hired by my family. My brother was looking at definite prison time. Attorney Gass was very honest with us and did everything in his power to fight my brothers case. Attorney Gass also took the time to meet with my Grandmother and explain situation to her where she was very comfortab...
Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2014
Trustworthy, Honest, and Dependable!
When I hired Mr. Gass it was a difficult time in my life... He helped me tremendously! He kept me at ease throughout the entire process. He is one of the few who actually care about people and is honest and trustworthy. I would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney. His prices are reasona...
James Rankin Gass's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He has a wealth of legal knowledge and fights to get the best results for his clients."
"Jim Gass is a very experienced and excellent lawyer. We have done co-defendant cases together, and I have always found Jim to be very professional, trustworthy, hardworking and diligent."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's very thorough and knowledgeable about criminal law."
"I clerked for Mr. Gass in 1996 and he supervised my first Jury Trial. I additionally handled several dozen hearings (both Prelims and Trials) where Mr. Gass represented co-defendants. Mr. Gass has handled a number of matters for me through special appearances and, at a point where I was wrongly accused in a criminal case (that was ultimately dismissed), I was set to have Mr. Gass handle my own Jury Trial. Throughout the 18+ years that I have known him, I have found Mr. Gass to be extraordinarily professional. I believe that Jim's strongest asset is his ability to make jurors see him as being one of them...very down to earth. I cannot overemphasize the benefit of having your jurors identify with your lawyer. Jim comes across as someone that jurors can trust and his track record at trial shows that. Prosecutors know that Jim DELIVERS (so they respect him) but, he isn't arrogant so prosecutors feel comfortable dealing his cases. Jim Gass is a low-key ultra-competent hired-gun."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have known Jim for decades and watched him in many trials, taking on difficult cases with vim and vigor. He know how to win! I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Gass is an excellent attorney. He is professional, knowledgeable, dedicated and compassionate. He is one of the best trial attorneys I've witnessed, and he makes time to communicate with his clients. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Mr. Gass is likely the finest criminal defense attorney in the Inland Empire and (possibly) the whole of Southern California. His knowledge of the law is surpassed only by the personalized efforts he makes for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year, San Bernardino Sun
2014
Readers Choice Top Attorney, San Bernardino Sun
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Owner, James R. Gass, Attorney at Law
2006 - 2007
Judge Pro Tem, Fontana County Superior Court
Associations
1991 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Education
1990
Simon Greenleaf School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Alaska - Fairbanks
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Career Day
Career in Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do you get a coroners manner of death ruling changed?
06 Jan 2016
Q&A
My fiancee is in the Modesto County Jail facing these charges: Charge: 273.5(A) PC, Charge: 245(A)(4) PC, Charge: MEMO (?)
05 May 2014