Gabriel M. Mendoza

Why settle for less when you can have a top-rated, award-winning legal team who achieves Proven #1 Highest Settlements for their clients?

At Easton & Easton, we are paladins of the legal profession — determined advocates of noble causes. When you hire us, you don't just get one attorney — you get our entire family. With more than 100 years of combined experience, we have recovered more than $500 million for our clients, including more than $75 million last year alone.

I believe that every injured person has a story to tell, and it's my goal to bring that story to light so they can obtain the justice they deserve. I have a particular passion for taking on cases with complex legal issues that require targeted research and discovery to overcome. Whether it's a $20 million premises liability case or a contested dog bite matter, I approach every case with the same meticulous attention to detail.

We prepare every case from day one as if we're going to trial — and insurance companies know it.

*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.

Clients most often ask: "Will this cost me anything?" and "What is my case worth?"

Our answer to the first is simple: No fee unless we win. You pay nothing upfront.

The second question requires more discussion. Every case is unique, but we've built our reputation on turning seemingly modest cases into significant recoveries. I've recovered $1.5 million for a contested dog bite case and $3 million for a trip and fall. The key is finding the story behind the injury and presenting it in a compelling, persuasive, and convincing manner.

We handle everything: medical bills, insurance companies, and all the paperwork. Our job is to give you peace of mind so you can focus on getting better.

*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.

The most challenging aspect of personal injury law is that we're almost always fighting Goliaths — large insurance companies and corporations with unlimited resources whose sole objective is to pay injured victims as little as possible.

Before law school, I was a paralegal at a personal injury firm. I experienced firsthand the inequities of a system that wanted to take advantage of victims and pay them as little as possible for their pain and suffering. That experience showed me that a strong and zealous advocate was needed to combat these inequities — and that's why I became an attorney.

The challenge is leveling the playing field through preparation, research, and aggressive advocacy. I believe in a strong litigation posture, which allows me to orchestrate larger settlements for my clients.

Before law school, I worked as a paralegal for a personal injury law firm. There, I experienced firsthand the inequities of a system designed to take advantage of victims who had been harmed by the negligence of others — a system that sought to pay these victims as little as possible for the pain and suffering they endured.

That experience opened my eyes. I realized that a strong and zealous advocate was needed to combat these inequities. I decided then that I wanted to become an attorney — not just any attorney, but one who would fight for the people who couldn't fight for themselves.

When I learned about Easton & Easton and their family-centered approach to advocacy, I knew it was the right fit. Their passion for justice matched mine, and I've been here since 2016.

I'm married to my wonderful and supportive wife, Dr. Kelsey Mendoza, who is a psychologist practicing in Orange County. I have a love for sports, especially basketball — my favorite team is the Los Angeles Lakers.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, CrossFit, and hiking. My favorite books are The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and the Harry Potter series. I also continue to find ways to volunteer and give back to the community.

My journey to becoming an attorney started before law school — as a paralegal who saw the injustice of how insurance companies treated injured people. That experience drives me every day.

At Easton & Easton, I've found a team that shares my passion for fighting these inequities. Since joining in 2016, I've had the privilege of helping clients recover more than $150 million, including a $20 million premises liability settlement and a $3 million trip and fall case.

I know that each person who walks through our doors has been harmed in some way and has a unique story to tell. I excel in bringing that story to light in a compelling, persuasive, and convincing manner. That's what makes this work meaningful.

Let Our Family Help Yours — Because Family Never Settles For Less.

*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits