A new personal injury law firm has opened its doors in Santa Cruz, bringing decades of trial experience to accident victims throughout the Central Coast region. Gazipura Law, founded by attorney Rick Gazipura, officially launched operations at 500 Chestnut Ave, Suite 100C, offering specialized legal representation for serious injury cases.
The firm serves clients across Santa Cruz, San Mateo, and Monterey Counties, focusing on complex personal injury matters including car accidents, truck collisions, rideshare injuries, pedestrian accidents, childhood sexual abuse cases, and traumatic brain injury claims.
“I always maintain the dignity of all my clients,” said Rick Gazipura, founding attorney. “Personal injury victims have been through a lot by the time they come to me. They deserve justice, and I fight to win the maximum compensation possible for each one of them.”
Gazipura brings more than 15 years of legal experience to his practice, including extensive trial work as both a public defender and private attorney. The Santa Cruz native graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology and a Minor in Business before earning his law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2008.
During his law school tenure, Gazipura received the Witkins Award for achieving the highest grade in his Trial Techniques course and earned recognition for his volunteer work at the Katherine and George Alexander Free Legal Clinic with a Pro Bono Award.
His career began in public service, working as a public defender across multiple California counties. From 2009 to 2012, he served Inyo County, where his work earned him a plaque recognizing his “Exemplary Service to Inyo County and its Community.” He continued his public defender role in Tulare County from 2012 to 2013 and in Santa Cruz County from 2013 to 2017.
Throughout his career in criminal defense, Gazipura handled thousands of cases and tried numerous misdemeanor and felony matters, developing expertise in negotiation and courtroom advocacy. He transitioned to private practice in 2017 and shifted his focus to personal injury representation in 2020.
The establishment of Gazipura Law reflects the attorney’s commitment to his hometown community and his vision for building a lasting professional legacy. “I have a desire to serve my community in a greater capacity and build something that will eventually involve many of my family members who are also in the legal profession, a true legacy,” Gazipura explained.
Beyond legal representation, the firm provides comprehensive support to injury victims, including connections to qualified medical and psychiatric professionals when circumstances require additional care. The Santa Cruz personal injury firm offers free initial consultations for all potential clients to evaluate their cases.
Those seeking legal representation for personal injury matters can reach Gazipura Law by calling (831) 226-1311 or visiting the firm’s office at 500 Chestnut Ave, Suite 100C in Santa Cruz.
