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Humboldt Lawyers

About

Founded by Gregory J. Kreis who has been a vital part of the Humboldt County community for many years,  commencing with pursuit of his education at Cal Poly Humboldt before going on to law school at the University of San Diego School of Law


Upon completing law school, Kreis dedicated more than seven years to criminal defense law at the Law Offices of Mark Berg in Placer County, California. In 2010, he returned to Humboldt County and joined the Humboldt County Public Defender's Office. Within two years, Kreis became the Supervising Attorney at the Public Defender Conflict Office, showcasing his leadership and legal expertise.


In 2017, Governor Brown recognized Kreis's dedication to justice and appointed him to the Humboldt County Superior Court. This appointment marked a significant transition for Kreis, aligning with his lifelong pursuit of new challenges and opportunities to positively impact people's lives. While on the bench Kreis presided over diverse areas of law including Family, Probate, Criminal, Dependency, Unlawful Detainers and Restraining Orders. He served in this capacity for seven years. before re-entering private practice and opening Humboldt Lawyers to continue serving the Humboldt Community utilizing his more than 20 years of legal experience.

Gregory Kreis was outstanding attorney for my firm for over 7 years. His dedication to his clients, his compassion for individuals, sense of fairness, was a rarity among attorneys.
-Mark Berg, Attorney

Humboldt Lawyers

Dedicated Representation

When I represent you, I will discuss the case with you, review all documents provided and contact the other party to determine their position. I will make all court appearances and only ask that you to be present when necessary, saving you from taking time away from work.

Gregory Kreis is a long-time associate who I have worked with closely in private practice and in the Humboldt County Public Defender's office where he consistently demonstrated a dedication to his clients and an exemplary work ethic. His courtroom skills are formidable. 

-Luke Brownfield, Humboldt County Public Defender

Professional

Expertise

With more than 14 years of experience as a dedicated criminal defense lawyer and an additional 6 years serving as a judge, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the legal field. My judicial tenure has encompassed a broad spectrum of cases, including family law, criminal law, dependency, restraining orders, probate, unlawful detainers, and mediation.

This diverse background has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, enabling me to provide exceptional representation and informed, balanced decisions in complex legal matters.

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