George Vincent Vargas

George Vincent Vargas

4.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Laguna Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

25411 Cabot Rd., Suite. 104, Laguna Hills, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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About George

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

22 years | 700 cases

70%
DUI and DWI 30%

300 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

The Vargas Law Firm

25411 Cabot Rd., Suite. 104, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653

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George Vincent Vargas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Marshall | September 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

*Unethical & Immoral Attorney - Inexperienced & Incapable* Beware of This Attorney and His Deceptive Practices

I made the mistake of retaining George Vincent Vargas as my attorney in February 2016 for a simple probation violation. I was trying to be assessed and accepted into drug court, which I explained to George before I paid him the retainer fee. George specifically stated that he could 100% get me accept...ed into drug court. Immediately after paying him a $5,000 retainer fee, it was virtually impossible to get ahold of him through phone or email. He refused to answer any and all questions I had regarding my case, took absolutely no action to get me into drug court, failed to appear for my first 2 court appearances, acted as if he didn't have time for me and provided the exact definition of ineffective assistance of counsel. After George finally decided to show up to my 3rd court appearance, he immediately informed me that the prosecuting attorney didn't want to let me into drug court and that was the final answer. George failed to explain anything else regarding my case while we were in court and I was about to be sentenced. This attorney is literally the definition of incompetent. George was extremely unprofessional in the manner he handled my case from the beginning. The day of my probation violation hearing, George decided to arrive at the courthouse 1 hour late. I wasn't afforded the right to consult with George before my case was called and he explained absolutely nothing to me about what exactly was taking place. I was sentenced to 8 months in the Orange County Jail because of this attorney. Disturbing to say the least.

Posted by Nikki | February 15, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

You'll be in good hands!

George doesn't always get back to me like I'd want, but I'm needy...but you can count on him to show up and know what he's doing! He's represented me, and I told some friends to use him too, he's settled all our cases at the first court date...with dismissals or amazing offers!!

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George Vincent Vargas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Melissa Kelley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Nicholson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Mr. Vargas to be excellent in his field. I give him the strongest recommendation."

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Frank Sariol

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Blasser

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enthusiastically endorse George. He is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I have referred others to George when they were in need of a criminal defense attorney and he never failed to exceed their expectations."

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Lisa Blasser

Unknown lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer!"

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Christopher Zander

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"George's personality and drive make him an excellent advocate for his clients. His experience working with diverse clients also gives him the knowledge and confidence to better represent his clients. George is friendly, highly competent, and trustworthy, a trio of traits hard to find in any attorney."

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Daniel Grupenhagen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Vargas is a diligent and energetic counselor and advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him for a criminal or related matter."

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Brett Wishart

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Friend

"George is an extremely talented criminal defense attorney because he not only knows the law, he also understands the system. He comes to court prepared and is very professional, yet his sense of humor and positive outlook on life cannot be ignored. I have referred cases to George over the years and know him to be an amazing advocate on behalf of each one of his clients."

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Michael Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Beatriz Lopez

Family lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a family law attorney I have referred clients to Mr Vargas and the report that I have received from my clients have always been excellent regarding Mr Vargas legal representation. I find that Mr Vargas has a special quality in the manner that he communicate with his clients making them feel understood. Mr.Vargas keeps his clients informed about the case and he establishes a good rapport with them. I will continue to refer clients to Mr Vargas because I know they will be in good hands."

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Tyrone Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known George Vargas for a number of years. He is passionate about criminal defense and cares about his clients, which he demonstrates by his zealous representation."

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Diane Vargas

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"There are three very important qualities in an Attorney: Honesty, tenacity and knowledge. George has throughout his career personified those three qualities. He gives his all on every case. For the first few years of his career he worked in my Santa Ana office and all I heard from his clients was praise. I refer all my clients with criminal problems to him."

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Jeffrey Kent

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George is a young and aggressive lawyer that is destined to be one of the best in Orange County. I have had the pleasure to know and mentor George for some time now, and he continues to excel well beyond his years of experience. George is aggressive and tenacious with enough savvy to know when to go to trial and when to resolve a case. George has no equal amongst his peers. You are lucky if you have George representing you."

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Keith Bruno

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse George. He is tough and aggressive."

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Daniel Grupenhagen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chad Maddox

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jeffrey Kent

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in CA, 2023

updated on 11/07/2023

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2022

updated on 10/26/2022

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2021

updated on 09/10/2021

This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2011

updated on 02/15/2012

A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.

Honors

2008

Administering Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, NTHSA

Work Experience

2004 - 2011

Criminal Defense Attorney, The Vargas Firm

Associations

2006 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

2004 - Present

State Bar of California

Sample of Legal Cases

People v J.D

Case Dismissed

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Education

2004

Western State University College of Law

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Western State University, College of Law

Criminal Defense Practice in Orange County

Publications

2007

oc blog Do I really need a lawyer for a first time DUI?

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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