Gregory Lee Rael

Gregory Lee Rael

also known as Greg Rael, Greg Rael Law Offices

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 49 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Eureka, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

1026 3rd St, Eureka, CA

About Gregory

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Practice devoted to criminal defense and juvenile law since 1976 as well as related regulatory, governmental and civil rights matters.

50 years

60%
DUI and DWI 30%

Practice devoted to criminal defense and juvenile law since 1976 as well as related regulatory, governmental and civil rights matters.

30%
Violent Crime 10%

Practice devoted to criminal defense and juvenile law since 1976 as well as related regulatory, governmental and civil rights matters.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 49 years

State: California

Acquired: 1976

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Greg Rael Law Offices

1026 3rd St, Eureka, CA, 95501

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Gregory Lee Rael's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Client

Mr. Gregory Rael and his paralegal Marlene, have been kind, helpful and very knowledgeable. They have both gone above and beyond in helping me to understand what is going on with my case in this very scary and uncertain time. I feel like they have guided and helped me as they would their very OWN fam...ily, they have been straight forward, honest and fair with me, they have treated me with great care and respect, and taken the time to be through and explain anything I did not understand without making me feel less than, or foolish. I feel very comfortable with them and also in very capable hands. I cannot recommend this criminal defense team more, they are at the top of their game and the very best that Humboldt county has to offer. Iam extremely greatful for their support, and feel lucky to have found them.

Gregory Rael

Replied last December 02, 2015

What wonderful words - thank you so much for this wonderful review.

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Gregory Lee Rael's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Stein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In the more than 35 years that I have known Greg, he has always worked above and beyond expectations, striving and accomplishing amazing results for clients. He has also devoted much effort in volunteer actions on behalf of those needing appointed lawyers for criminal charges, setting the highest and most protective standards. I strongly encourage you to seek his representation for your case."

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Elan Firpo

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly recommend Mr. Rael - his knowledge and experience, coupled with his integrity, make him an attorney of the highest rank."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregory Rael should have a 10.0 avvo rating. He has spent 38 years practicing law. Has contributed and helped author legal publications for attorneys who use them on a daily basis through continuing education of the bar books. He is an expert on criminal and juvenile law. For potential clients look no further. This will be your attorney, they don't get any better. Hire him! KUDOS"

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Marion Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked closely with him over the past fifteen years, and admire his work ethic, his comprehensive knowledge of criminal and juvenile law and, and a strong commitment to his clients."

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Lisa Russ

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mr. Rael for over 15 years and he is one of the best criminal defense attorneys and one of the brightest legal minds on the North Coast. I have worked with him on a couple of matters and his experience, hard work, and winning attitude always make me glad he is on my client's side. He ranks a solid ten out of ten in my book!"

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Timothy O'Laughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zachary Zwerdling

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Beyond question, Greg Rael is one of the most highly regarded criminal defense lawyers in Northern California. His zealous representation of clients is consistently delivered in an ethical and highly professional manner. Based on reputation and years of experience he is a "10" lawyer."

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William Bragg

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Greg and practiced with him on numerous cases over 30 years. He is one of the finest legal tacticians there is. The best endorsement I can give is to say that he would be the one representing me or my family members if there was ever a need."

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Benjamin Mainzer

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Greg is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced practitioner but what distinguishes him from many other lawyers is his thoroughness and attention to detail. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Jon-Paul Valcarenghi

Unknown lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. Rael on several cases and in each case his knowledge, experience and reputation have made a positive difference in the outcome of the case for his clients. Greg truly cares about his clients and excels at his profession."

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Neal Sanders

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best on the North Coast."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Superb Lawyer, Avvo

2021

Client's Choice 2021, Avvo

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Sole Practitioner, Greg Rael Law Offices

1981 - 1987

Managing Partner, Rael & Young

1976 - 1981

Public Defender, Humboldt County Public Defenders Office

1972 - 1973

Grant Manager, U.S, Department Of Labor

Associations

2011 - Present

Hoopa Valley Tribal Court

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - Present

Humboldt County Teen Court

Mentor

1991 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1990 - Present

California Teachers Association

Attorney

1981 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1977 - Present

Humboldt County Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

1976 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1984 - 1986

California State Bar Committee on Criminal Defense Services

Chair

1981 - 1990

California State Bar Committee on Criminal Defense Services

Member

1981 - 1991

California Continuing Education of the Bar

Consultant/Contributing Author

Education

1976

Stanford Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence

1972

Stanford University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2007

Humboldt County Public Defender's Office

Representing Defendants at Probation Interviews

Publications

N/A

California Coninuing Education of the Bar - Juvenile and Criminal Law Texts Consultant and Contributing Author

Languages

English

Activity

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