VS TRIAL LAWYERS - Key Persons


Armando Villapudia

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Armando Villapudua

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Bianca Piedra

Job Titles:
  • Office Assistant

Gilbert D. Somera

Job Titles:
  • Partner
Gil Somera is a 5 Star Rated (Yelp, AVVO, Google) trial attorney who has handled thousands of cases throughout California. He has handled numerous HIGH PROFILE cases (Civil and Criminal), some of which have received international media attention. Mr. Somera started his career as a criminal defense attorney, gaining invaluable courtroom and trial experience. As a result, he is a seasoned, passionate, and accomplished litigator who continues to receive extraordinary results in the courtroom. Whether it be Criminal Defense, Personal Injury or Civil Litigation, the team at Villapudua & Somera brings a wealth of experience, confidence, and the necessary fight which makes the difference in how your case resolves.

James D. Dadasovich

Job Titles:
  • Associate

Jessica Morales

Job Titles:
  • Legal Assistant

Marian Scotten

Job Titles:
  • Paralegal

Melissa Dougherty

Job Titles:
  • Associate

Nancy Mendoza

Job Titles:
  • Paralegal

Stewart M. Tabak

Job Titles:
  • of Counsel
With over 41 years of experience, Stewart Tabak has earned himself a reputation as one of the most effective trial lawyers throughout the Central Valley. With a strong, captivating courtroom presence, Tabak's courtroom skills have been recognized by various National Invitation-Only Trial Lawyer Organizations. Tabak is a legal advocate who goes to battle for his clients. Practice Areas Personal Injury

Trina Cervantes

Job Titles:
  • Partner
  • Member of the State Bar of California
Ms. Cervantes is a member of the State Bar of California and is admitted to practice law in all California state courts, as well as the United State District Court, Eastern District of California. She serves on the Board of Governors for the San Joaquin County Bar Association and is a member of several executive committees within that organization to provide community outreach services. Ms. Cervantes also serves on her local Court Appointed Counsel panel to represent individuals in need of appellate legal services. She is also a proud member of several organizations that strive to provide meaningful continued education in the legal arena such as the American Inns of Court, Consumer Attorneys of California, Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association, and Trial School.

Viviana Gonzalez

Job Titles:
  • Legal Assistant