Vanessa Gomez

Experience & Education

Vanessa Gomez has been practicing family law exclusively since 2014.  She has extensive experience in Riverside County and the Inland Empire in matters of divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, spousal support, and domestic violence.  She also handles guardianship and civil harassment matters.

Vanessa is an exceptional attorney with a distinguished academic and professional background. Graduating Summa Cum Laude and as salutatorian of her class, Vanessa’s commitment to excellence was evident from the start. She was an active member of Law Review, served as an academic peer advisor and tutor, and secured a prestigious Law Clerk position with the Honorable Justice Bedsworth at the 4th District Court of Appeal in Santa Ana.  Vanessa’s outstanding performance earned her Witkin Awards for the top mark in nine subjects and passed the bar on her first attempt.  With her impressive credentials and dedication to her clients, Vanessa is well-equipped to handle complex family law matters with the utmost competence and care.

Areas of Specialization

Vanessa brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her clients, having been a partner at her own firm for five years before joining Cage & Miles. She is fully equipped to take on cases at any stage of litigation, with a proven track record of success. Vanessa has made hundreds of court appearances, including pre-trial motions, settlement conferences, and trials, earning the respect and trust of judges, court staff, and colleagues alike.

Her extensive trial experience spans contested dissolutions, move-away cases, and domestic violence requests, but she remains committed to exploring settlement options at every opportunity. Vanessa has also drafted hundreds of Marital Settlement Agreements and Stipulations, demonstrating her skill and dedication as a zealous advocate in the negotiation process. With Vanessa, clients can be confident they have a seasoned attorney who will fiercely protect their interests while seeking the most favorable outcomes.

In The Community

Vanessa is not only a skilled attorney but also an active and engaged member of her community. She has held leadership roles as both president and vice president of the Mt. San Jacinto Hemet Bar Association and is an active member of the Riverside County Bar Association, Southwest Bar Association, and the prestigious Leo A. Deegan Inn of Court.

Beyond her legal practice, Vanessa is a dedicated dance instructor, and she cherishes time spent traveling with her husband and two children. Licensed with the California State Bar, Vanessa combines her professional expertise with a deep commitment to her community, making her a well-rounded and approachable advocate for her clients.