Gilbert D Somera

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Gilbert D Somera

also known as Gil Somera

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Stockton, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Trucking Accident, DUI & DWI

2509 W March Lane, Suite 200, Stockton, CA

About Gilbert

Biography

A Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Trial Attorney you can count on. Call us today at 855-895-3808.

A Trial attorney with favorable defensive verdicts for Murder and other major criminal charges. Call us today at 855-895-3808

Experienced and aggressive representation, ensuring our clients receive the best outcome. Call us today at 855-895-3808

Experienced and aggressive representation, ensuring our clients receive the best outcome. Call us today at 855-895-3808

Experienced and aggressive representation, ensuring our clients receive the best outcome. Call us today at 855-895-3808

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

23 years | 5,000 cases

40%
Personal Injury 40%

23 years

40%
DUI and DWI 10%

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2015 2014

Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

VS Trial Lawyers

2509 W March Lane, Suite 200, Stockton, CA, 95207

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Gilbert D Somera's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by Pam | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent attorney, even better person!

We found Gil Somera through the positive reviews from his clients to help us with a DUI for my daughter. And every single one of those reviews is right. Gil Somera is an incredible attorney. From the moment we walked into his office, feeling very nervous and uncertain of what she was facing, I fel...t like there was hope for my daughter’s situation. He calmed our fears, as our family had never been faced with a legal situation before. He was never too busy to answer questions and return phone calls, and handled the whole process for us with the utmost professionalism. His staff is very attentive and professional. They kept us up to date on any changes in the case and always responded quickly to any of our inquiries. I never felt like my daughter was just another case for him, I believe he had a sincere interest in obtaining the best possible outcome for us. And he did. He is a true miracle worker! An attorney that can be trusted to help you out of a difficult situation, Gil Somera is unbelievable!

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Satisfied Client

Mr. Somera helped ease my process for my DUI, not only did he take the load off my chest but he was able to get my charges reduced to a lesser charge. I would highly recommend him and his office.

Posted by Linda | May 22, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Great choice!

Mr. Somera and his staff were very through and professional. We were very anxious as to how to handle a DUI. They took care of all the court dates and DMV. We didn't even know he had to go to a hearing at DMV. This saved my husband license for longer with a shorter suspension because Mr. Somera expl...ained what we should do. They made the appointments for us. We were kept informed at every step. My husband received a very good out come. Mr.Somera's fee was very affordable for the level of service obtained. He also encouraged my husband to obtain help for his substance abuse problem. This shows me that he cares about his clients.

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Gilbert D Somera's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ghazal Sharif

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gil Somera is the best DUI lawyer in San Joaquin and surrounding counties. I refer all my friends and family to him because he is an experienced trial attorney, master negotiator, good communicator, outstanding writer and has impeccable analytical skills. He is also compassionate, empathetic and kind. He has excellent interpersonal skills and a team player. Anyone who hires him and his team are lucky to have him in their corner because he is truly the best."

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Michael Moore

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amir Soleimanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Trina Cervantes

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Lacour

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."

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Sanaz Nikaein

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Somera is known to be a zealous advocate for his clients, and well respected in the legal community. I highly recommend Mr. Somera, as I have trusted him with several of my own clients."

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Douglas Borthwick

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julian Carash

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Martens

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Somera. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gilbert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Dru Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Janell Somera

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Gil Somera is the best criminal defense and trial attorney."

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Sanjay Schmidt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Mitchell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gil is a highly experienced DUI lawyer and he has specialized in criminal law for many years and he is familiar with the Central Valley court systems."

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Tai Bogan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Somera because he is aggressive and passionate about protecting people and their interests. He is equally effective as a criminal defense/DUI attorney and civil litigator. Do not hesitate to call Mr. Somera with your legal problems."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Stovall

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The best DUI attonrey in the San Joaquin county."

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Harry Hudson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. is a dedicated and hard working criminal defense attorney."

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Trina Cervantes

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Sanaz Nikaein

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Julian Carash

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Dru Hunt

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John Stovall

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2014

Clients choice award, Avvo

2014

Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Principal, Somera Law Group, APLC

2006 - Present

Law Professor, Humphreys School of Law

2004 - 2013

Partner, Pacheco and Somera

1996 - 2005

Law Firm Rep, Thomson West / Westlaw

Associations

2015 - Present

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Top One Percent

California Public Defenders Association

Attorney Member

California DUI Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

United States District Court for the Eastern District of California

Attorney Member

United States District Court for the Northern District of California

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Allgoewer vs. City Of Tracy (207 Cal.App.4th 755)

Reversed: Case of first impression

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Education

1994

University of California - Davis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Humphreys College of Law at Stockton

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

Strengthening the bond

Empowering Young Men

2012

Every 15 minutes

Underage Drinking and Driving

2010

CA Court Choices and Consequences

DUI Consequences

Publications

2012

Court of Appeals Allgoewer vs. City Of Tracy (207 Cal.App.4th 755)

Languages

Spanish

English

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