Atty. Gilbert D Somera

Atty. Gilbert D Somera

Mr. Somera is a native of Stockton, California.

Stockton Stockton 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Gilbert D Somera at a glance

Gilbert D Somera is a Partner based in Stockton, California, practicing at Villapudua & Somera, PC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (2004). Educated at Humphreys College School of Law J.D. (—) and University of California, Davis B.A. (—). Serands clients in Stockton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Somera is a native of Stockton, California
  • He received his Bachelor or Arts degree from the University of California at Davis and his Juris Doctorate from Humphreys School of Law
  • Mr. Somera’s work background and experiences have been essential to his success as a lawyer
  • His work experience includes over 20 years of successful business management in both the corporate environment and small business
  • During his college career at the University of California at Davis, Mr. Somera worked full time as the Executive Vice President of a multi-million-dollar warehousing and transportation company
  • While going to law school at night, Mr. Somera worked full time as one of the top representatives and managers of the Thomson Corporation (NYSE:TOC) in their legal publishing division
  • Mr. Somera is a Trial Attorney and focuses his law practice on Criminal Defense, Civil Rights and Personal Injury
  • Mr. Somera is also counsel to several corporations and small businesses
  • Mr. Somera knows how to handle matters that require discrete negotiations or aggressive trial preparation and he handles each case with determination and confidence
  • Mr. Somera is constantly thinking “outside the box” to achieve the most favorable results for his clients
  • Choosing the right attorney to represent you makes all the difference
  • Mr. Somera’s experience and passion for his practice puts him on the top of the list

Practice Areas Explained

Gilbert D Somera's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gilbert D Somera handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Stockton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gilbert D Somera

Where is Gilbert D Somera's law office located?
Gilbert D Somera's law practice is located in Stockton, California. The firm is Villapudua & Somera, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gilbert D Somera handle?
Gilbert D Somera focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gilbert D Somera practiced law?
Gilbert D Somera has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
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Education

Humphreys College School of Law J.D.
- In Progress
University of California, Davis B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2004

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