Meet the Founder: A Mother, Wife, and Advocate for Injured Clients
I’m Gebriela Birhane-Ellison, founder of Gobez Law and a Black female personal injury attorney serving clients throughout San Diego County and California. I represent people injured because of car accidents, truck accidents, rideshare accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, and other personal injury matters.
My goal is simple: to make the legal process easier to understand while protecting my clients' rights and pursuing the compensation they may be entitled to under California law.
I am not only an attorney—I am also a wife and a mother. Those roles have shaped the way I approach my clients and the way I advocate for people who have been injured. I understand how an unexpected accident can affect an entire family, not just the person who was physically injured. An injury can interfere with a parent's ability to care for their children, a spouse's ability to support their family, or a family's financial stability and sense of security. Because I understand those responsibilities personally, I bring compassion, patience, and a strong sense of responsibility to every case I handle. When I represent an injured client, I know there is a real person and often an entire family behind that case. I take that responsibility seriously and fight to make sure my clients' injuries, losses, and challenges are heard and taken seriously.
Why Choose Gobez Law?
Personalized Attention
When you work with Gobez Law, you receive direct attention from an attorney. I take the time to understand your accident, your injuries, your concerns, and your goals.
Clear Communication
Legal terminology can be confusing. I explain your case in plain language so you can make informed decisions about your claim.
No Fee Unless We Win
Personal injury cases are generally handled on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you do not pay attorney's fees upfront. The specific fee arrangement will be explained during your consultation.
Experience With Personal Injury Claims
My practice focuses on representing people who have been injured in accidents. I understand the challenges that can arise when dealing with insurance companies, medical providers, vehicle damage, lost wages, and injury claims.
Representation That Understands Your Community
For many people, having an attorney who understands their background and experiences can make the legal process feel less intimidating. I am proud to serve San Diego's diverse communities and to provide representation that is respectful, accessible, and personal.