There is no worse feeling than having been accused of something you did not do. On top of that have a team of professionals with unlimited resources at their fingertips (unlimited money, access to your personal and private accounts/emails, phone calls/texts).. I can go on. Add to that, the accusations come from your ex wife and your wife's ex husband who have a relationship. Add to that your wife's ex is a detective (a detective of 20 years) for the city you live in and friends with the arresting officer the DA, ect, ect. My wife and I each have full custody of our children from our Ex's and the Ex's team up for a personal vendetta. A scary situation to be in. Feeling helpless and with a recommendation we turned to Gil Somera. From the very first meeting we felt the pressure lift, Mr Somera helped us protect our rights and fought side by side with us until the end- we had a jury trial and every day we left court during the trial I felt that Mr Somera went above and beyond his scope of representation to not only help defend our rights, but explained everything that was going on and brought everything to our level. Felt like we had a good friend sitting with us in the courtroom. Mr Somera's courtroom presence was spectacular. Every time he spoke he commanded the attention of the room. Mr Somera in my perception was the leader in the courtroom and directed his defense like a movie director. Nothing happened on that "set" without him allowing it! Always on point and overly prepared. Mr Somera and his staff are truly the class of the field. Oh ya- we won the case, unbelievable how it all unfolded, I don't know how to thank someone that does so much for you and truly believes in the legal process that I all but gave up on. If you need someone to believe in you and help you on your side- call Gil Somera Thanks Gil! CM & RM read more

I want to start off with saying Mr. Somera is the BEST Attorney by far. I was referred to Mr. Somera by a really good friend of mine, I reached out to his office and briefly explained my situation, the receptionist immediately scheduled a meeting to discuss my case. Needless to say I was pretty stressed out over what was going on! Upon meeting Mr. Somera, he was very professional, understanding and confident which lead me to believe he was the PERFECT attorney to represent me in my case. He explained and process to help me gain a more detailed understanding of this highly stressful process. Gil and his staff are always there to answer any questions that I may have. My case ended up going to trial, unfortunately it took quite a bit longer than it should have due to COVID-19. Throughout this period of time, Mr. Somera stayed in contact and kept me updated with what was going on and what to expect. When the time finally came, Gil did a exceptional job of representing me and my case! He is so passionate and straight to the point no bs! I knew he was was going to be good just by our meetings but I am highly impressed with how he presented his argument, which only solidified my confidence with him as my Defense Attorney. He fought for me with such passion and integrity, I was so amazed and felt so lucky to have him in my corner! I would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Gil Somera and his team if you're in need of a bad ass Defense Attorney! Thank you Gil, Viviana and Jessica for all that you have done. My family and I could not have done this without your team!! Donnie Kyes read more

Without going into too much personal information, about a year ago I found myself facing some legal matters that were severe enough to potentially destroy my career. A friend recommended Mr. Somera and after meeting with him I retained his services. The litigation process is very intense, it left me in a state of constant anxiety and stress waiting for a resolution, but at the same not wanting to face the reality and sheer devastation the conclusion would bring. My world was crumbling around me and it felt like there was no way out. I just wanted to take the plea and spend the future trying my best to repair the damage. From the start, Gill was professional, direct, and fighting for me. He fought for me when I had already given up and was willing to plea. He reassured me that he would not stop until everything was dismissed, and he kept his word. I cannot begin to express my gratitude to the Somera team. Gill always touched base with me and if I had a question he was easy to get a hold of. During a few days of the week, he is in court all day, but his assistant Jessica (not sure of her title) is amazing. She is quick, organized, and was immensely compassionate when discussing the predicament that I had found myself in. Ps. This review is legit, and Mr. Somera is one of the best lawyers in the Central Valley. read more

Called Armondo after being accused of DUI and an a accident on my jet ski Labor Day 2018 in San Joaquin Country. Armando and his team took the time to get to know me and what kind of person I was. And also took exceptional time to get to know the ends and outs of my case. He ended up asking the judge for a hearing to suppress certain evidence the County accused me of. After getting granted the hearing date Armando came to the hearing ready for a fight. He literally found holes in the officers story at every turn. Which in turned had the judge second guess the officers testimony. The judge ended up dismissing the case I would highly recommend Armando and his team. He knows the law and doesn't B.S. with you. If you have a chance to win he will tell you if you don't he will also be honest and tell you. He knows the law and is willing to fight on your behalf. There was never a moment that I felt unsure or like we weren't going to win the case. His office secretary is very prompt and always kept in touch with me regarding future court dates and any other information I needed to pass to the lawyer staff or they needed to pass to me. Praying I don't have another case to fight but if I did, I myself would not hesitate to hire Armando again. read more

You can expect the quality that you pay for with Armando Villapudua. I have never met a lawyer that cares highly about their client as Armando does. My son was falsely accused of a horrible act. I sought his help and couldn't be any more happier with the service that he has provided. Armando was able to find numerous imperfections in the arrest. He was prepared and knowledgeable, that helped my son get out of a situation he was never supposed to be in. Not only did he keep me informed at all times, but, he made me and my son feel comfortable throughout the whole process. His professionalism and knowledge brought ease to me and my son during the case. He is one of a kind, as I was impressed with his ability in the courtroom as he definitely knew what he was doing. With his ability to think outside the box, and efficient resource acquisition delivered a strong defense in yielding justice. If we didn't have Armando as our lawyer we would have been lost; Armando knew just what to do. He was decisive and efficient, and guided my son on a straight path to finish. He didn't waste words or time. I highly recommend hiring Armando Villapudua as a criminal defense lawyer. read more

I am forever thankful for the person that referred me to Armando!! I recently experienced a situation that I refer to as a "Nightmare". I immediately scheduled an appointment with Armando to explain our situation. Going in their with so many mixed emotions, upset, sad and disappointed that a loved one was incarcerated and the feeling of not knowing or ever experiencing anything like this was horrifying. As a professional that he is Armando showed compassion and explained the process and brought so much clarity, hope and peace to our family. Armando has great knowledge in law and has grand experience with drug cases. We walked out of his office feeling confident that he was going to do his best and everything in his power to help us. What appeared to be a Federal case THANKS to Armando resulted in a State case. He was able to get some charges dropped and serve 1/2 the time that we were expecting. I can't thank Armando enough. He also has an amazing staff -his Secretary Nancy always there to assist with questions, always showed concern and compassion. I will forever be grateful and thankful for the Law offices of Armando Villapudua. read more

If anyone out there is looking for a lawyer to help you out, I am personally co-signing with Gil Somera and his firm! I had a situation where I needed legal representation. I've heard plenty of stories and you probably have to, of slimey crimimal attorneys looking for easy money. So basically, push you into settling and taking a deal you are not really okay with. Well, forget that stuff! My legal matters are important and are the difference of losing my livelihood if i was convicted. And my case could have gone either way. So, I hired Gil. Did my investment of retaining him pay off you ask? YES! He beat it. I was looking at a possible felony, 2 misdemeanors and ulrimately, my job. Ended up with an INFRACTION. I could'nt have been happier. That was truly a blessing. Actually, that was truly, a case of PRODUCING. Gil came through. So if you ask me who to hire to save your life, pretty much? I'll tell you Gil Somera all day every day. read more

I would say that Gil Somera is an experienced, talented, friendly and focused Attorney who works in the overall interest of his clients. I had the opportunity to retain him in a DV Case, after dismissing my first attorney and was really pleased with all the efforts he made to get my case to progress to dismissal. I cannot thank him enough for his expertise. He reaches out constantly and also ensures he responds to your calls. text messages and questions no matter the time of day, and this is very essential in a Client Attorney relationship. He also has a very competent Legal Assistant and Team in his office, Jessica attended to me whenever I called and does not hesitate to reach out to me or give me updates in a timely manner. I highly recommend Gil to anyone in need of a competent Attorney. He is also affordable too.. Regards Ugochinyere .O read more

Gil Somera is an incredible attorney. He not only succeeded in having both of my charges dismissed, but helped my family through the entire process. He is excellent in returning phone calls, emails, texts, you name it, he is there for you. I was recommended Mr. Somera through a friend of mine, and from another friend who's father is a cop in stockton; they both said he was the best, and they were right. He hit it out of the park for me, and I couldn't be more grateful for the services he provided both me and my family. He is very well known in the stockton area, and well respected in the court, I can say for certain that if anything ever happened again (I pray it doesn't) he would be the first call I'd make. I cannot thank him enough. If you are looking for an attorney to help you, you've found your man. read more

We had an awful experience with our first lawyer so we started to seek another one. When we came in contact with Armando, he had a full plate and at the time it would be difficult to take on our case. We are thankful that he considered our case and decided to help us. Thank you for showing us that you care, and for going above and beyond. Armando went out of his way to showed us he cared about our case. Honestly, you're a great and humble person. He always responds in a timely manner and answers all our questions. Armando was always prepared and informed us about our case and explained everything thoroughly. Thank you Armando! You are the BEST! We're extremely satisfied with your services, your staff, always kind and helpful. We would highly recommend Armando. read more

Somera is the best criminal defense lawyer in all San Joaquin county . I was pulled over with a friend and a gun was found I'm on parole with a strike so I was taken to jail and my codefendant was released on o r it was looking bad for me till I hired Somera and boy does he got game .he beat my gun charge all within a month and got me out that jam.he knew I couldn't be in there and did all within his power to keep me out and got my case dismissed.him and his secretary are reall honest people and really care for there customers to if you need someone to represent you Gilbert is the man to go to so easy to work with if I ever catch a case this my go to man thanks I appreciate you gettin me home and back to my family I rate him 10 stars read more

Mr. Somera and his team are not only amazing but so compassionate!!! I knew Mr. Somera was our lawyer the first meeting we had. He gave everything to us straight and fought tooth and nail for us!! He answers every question and returns every call. There was not a moment during our whole case that we every felt loss or alone. Jessica in front office is the sweetest and is super responsive. They felt like family and it was hard letting them go, once sentencing was over. Mr. Somera took on this case and open his heart to us and felt every emotion we felt. This is the lawyer is the man you want on your side and is worth everything! Thanks Mr. Somera we are so grateful we found you not only as a lawyer but as a friend! read more

Armando did an excellent job lifting a very stressful weight off of my shoulders. Facing serious charges is never anyone's cup of tea. I was extremely nervous and concerned for my record. That was until I met with Armando! He was so professional and knows exactly what he's talking about when it comes to law and defending his clients. I don't regret choosing him to defend me, he won my case and had my charges dropped! He won't disappoint you, in fact, you'd probably end up crying with tears of joy like I did. God forbid that I ever need to deal with criminal charges again, but if I needed somebody to defend me, I would come back to Armando. He even got my speeding ticket dropped! That was just extra! read more

"5/5 stars! I've had the pleasure of working with Armand and I can confidently say he's an exceptional attorney. His expertise, combined with his empathetic and approachable nature, makes him a true asset to his clients. Armando's ability to distill complex legal concepts into actionable advice has been invaluable to me. His dedication, responsiveness, and passion for his work are evident in every interaction. Having Armando in my corner has been a game-changer. I feel empowered, supported, and protected. If you're seeking an attorney who will fiercely advocate for you while providing guidance with compassion and understanding, look no further than Armando. I wholeheartedly recommend him!" read more

Mr. Somera's style of representation was impeccable, classy, to say the least, and I was very proud to have him as my lawyer. My family and I felt comforted by his portrayal of experience and knowledge. He was extremely confident at all times and kept us calm throughout one of the toughest times we've seen. Not only did Mr. Somera take good care of us, his staff was beyond amazing. They kept us informed, answered any and all questions, and responded to emails and phone calls in a very timely fashion. I would recommend this firm to any and everyone looking for an amazing, stress-free, informative experience. I could not have asked for a better attorney to handle my situation. read more

Going into Mr. Somera's office My husband and I were both very nervous and unsure about our situation. Mr. Somera made us feel welcomed and explained everything we needed to know, answered any question we had. The process was long but Mr. Somera always fought for us. Mr. Somera always returned our calls rite away, always on top of everything. His office was very professional. Mr. Somera didn't treat us like just another case, he truly cared about what happened to our family. His words gave us hope. In the end it was worth the wait, Mr. Somera got us the best possible outcome and we couldn't thank him enough for all his help. I highly recommend him! read more

Armondo was more than helpful. I was so pleased to have him on my team. He validated my feelings and made sure I was comfortable with the process. He listened to what I had to say and trusted me which made the process easier on my family. I was most impressed with his will to fight for me and to work with me to ensure everything was going well. He continued to visit family in jail and we religiously spoke on weekends. I would recommend the Law Office of Armondo Villapudua to anyone. The staff is amazing it is clear that they are honest and reliable. Thank you again to such a wonderful team. read more

Mr. Somera , is the best attorney you can ever get . He's the best he's not just an attorney he has love for he's career and the reflects in what he does. So if you need a lawyer don't look for anyone else just call his office he's stuff is so professional I spoke with Miss. Lucero she was great and again very compassionate. 209) 465-6633. Si un día ocupas un abogado de verdad te lo digo y afirmó que Mr. SOMERA es el abogado que necesitas no es un simple abogado que está nomás esperando un cheque el de verdad lucha por ti como si fueras parte de su familia . read more

I had the pleasure of meeting and receiving legal assistance from Melissa whom I think is one of the most skilled attorneys in Stockton. She is professional, compassionate and above everything else, she knows the law. I met with Melissa, she explained the process went to work on my case. About a week or so later she gave me a call and said "I got good news". The outcome ended in my favor; us I received a refund. How cool is that. If you ever need a good attorney give Melissa a call. I highly recommend her for legal needs. read more