Indio, CA

David Gray

David Gray was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. David earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy with Honors from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1979. He was initiated into Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. During his undergraduate years, David volunteered reading for the blind at the Red Cross. He received his J.D. at Western State University College of Law in San Diego. His extensive legal background encompasses: The Work Injury Lawyers Advocacy Group (WILG) A National Non-Profit Organization: RECOGNIZING DAVID AS ONE OF THE BEST WORK INJURY LAWYERS IN THE NATION. Member of 8 Appellate Courts. California Bar Association. Georgia Bar Association. Los Angeles Superior Court Mediation Officer for the Court’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Division (ADR). Served as a “Pro Tem” Court Commissioner. National Network Of Estate Planning Attorneys (NNEPA). David also Volunteered as a Small Claims Court Advisor. Claims Adjuster with State Farm Insurance (handling all types of accidents involving Bodily Injuries (BI), PD(Property Damage?) and Medical Payment Coverages (MedPay). David enjoys spending time with his wife of over 31 years, and being a dedicated father to his two beautiful adult children, sharing memories with his family, as well as his passion for helping people through his practice. He got introduced to the legal profession at the tender age of 5 from his father who was an Attorney and Court Commissioner. David S. Gray, founder of DG Law Group, is a multi‑jurisdictional attorney admitted in California and Georgia. Having recovered millions for his clients, David and Staff are deeply committed to making legal support approachable, respectful, and effective. He and his bilingual team (Hablamos Español) focus on empowering each client through transparency and compassion. David Gray has 35+ years of experience.

Kevin Crockett

Meet Kevin Crockett, the esteemed managing attorney and founder of Crockett Law Group located in Irvine, California. With a steadfast dedication to securing justice for the injured, Kevin is a seasoned professional well-versed in the complexities of personal injury law, with a focus on car accident claims. Kevin graduated summa cum laude from the University of California, Irvine, with a degree in criminology, law and society. Continuing his academic journey at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, he earned his Juris Doctor. Throughout his career, Kevin has exclusively focused on personal injury cases, honing his expertise in the field. Renowned for his professionalism, personable demeanor, and prompt responsiveness, Kevin provides thorough explanations, proactive communication, and tenacious pursuit of fair settlements. His qualities inspire confidence during challenging times, fostering strong attorney-client relationships grounded in trust and effective advocacy. Prior to founding Crockett Law Group, Kevin served as a senior attorney at a leading Southern California personal injury firm, where he assisted over a thousand accident victims and secured millions in compensation statewide. Driven by a passion for personalized client attention, he established his own firm to offer hands-on representation to clients. Outside of his legal work, Kevin extends his knowledge through articles and press releases, enriching the legal community’s understanding. His contributions have been published in Plaintiff’s Magazine and Advocate Magazine. He’s also appeared on television programs like Desert Chat, hosted by Coachella Valley’s Sandie Newton. Additionally, Kevin actively supports the LGBT community through sponsorships and involvement, being a part of it himself.

Jeffrey E. Estes has been litigating personal injury cases on behalf of California residents for almost 30 years. He is a California Super Lawyer Selectee and holds the highest Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating. He has participated in numerous trials as lead counsel.

Hilda Zamora

Hilda Zamora is the founder and lead attorney at Zamora Law Boutique. She is the first in her family to earn a Bachelor’s Degree, a Master’s Degree, and a Juris Doctor, graduating valedictorian from Irvine University College of Law. With over a decade of legal expertise, she passionately advocates for clients in personal injury and defective vehicle cases. She is an active member of the California State Bar and speaks English and Spanish.

Craig Crockett brings a wealth of experience in complex litigation to his role as a partner at Crockett Law Group, specializing in personal injury law. Prior to joining the firm, Craig built a distinguished career in intellectual property litigation as a partner at Troutman Pepper in San Francisco, where he focused on patent litigation and other commercial litigation matters. His legal journey began with a solid foundation in science, having performed scientific research in molecular biology. Craig’s diverse background includes roles at top-tier law firms such as Novak Druce Connolly Bove + Quigg and Winston & Strawn LLP, where he honed his skills in intellectual property and commercial disputes. He also served as a Judicial Extern for the U.S. District Court, Central District of California. Craig holds a J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, and advanced degrees in Biological Chemistry and Microbiology & Molecular Genetics from UCLA. Before his legal career, Craig worked as a Research Associate at Xencor, applying his scientific expertise in the biotech industry. Now, as a dedicated advocate for personal injury clients at Crockett Law Group, Craig combines his litigation prowess with a client-focused approach to achieve favorable outcomes for those affected by serious injuries.

Alton J. Smith has been litigating personal injury cases on behalf of California residents for almost 30 years. He is a California Super Lawyer Selectee and holds the highest Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating. He is past President of American Board of Trial Advocates-Orange County (ABOTA). He has participated in numerous trials as lead counsel.

Kelly Galles is an accomplished attorney at Crockett Law Group, where she applies her extensive legal background to personal injury cases. Kelly began her legal career as an associate attorney at Marcin Barrera LLP, focusing on plaintiff-side employment law, before transitioning to defense work at Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP. Her diverse experience in both plaintiff and defense roles equipped her with a unique perspective on litigation. From 2006 to 2011, Kelly served as a Deputy City Attorney at the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office in the employment litigation section. After taking time off to raise her daughter, she joined Koeller Nebeker Carlson Haluck in 2015, where she specialized in construction defect litigation. She continued in this role until 2021. Kelly later returned to plaintiff-side litigation at K2 Employment Law, before transitioning to personal injury law when she joined Crockett Law Group in 2023. Kelly holds a J.D. from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law and a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA. She has been a licensed California attorney since 2004 and now devotes her career to advocating for clients in personal injury cases.