John Ralph Gilbert
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Biography
John R. Gilbert joined his father, Ralph W. Gilbert’s practice in 1973, when they established the law firm of Gilbert & Gilbert. He has continued and built upon the tradition of client service and excellence in representation that has been a hallmark of the firm since its founding. Mr. Gilbert maintains a civil litigation and appellate practice focusing on commercial litigation, personal injury, and products liability. He has tried cases before state and federal courts on a range of challenging issues, and has handled a number of significant appeals. Mr. Gilbert’s practice includes serving as counsel for numerous major corporations who are parties to cases filed in Brazoria County. He also handles matters involving business and estate planning, wills and probate, in addition to business and commercial transactions. In addition to counseling clients and litigating on their behalf, Mr. Gilbert is experienced in alternative dispute resolution techniques and strategy, having achieved favorable results for clients mediation proceedings. He has successfully mediated hundreds of disputed matters. He has also served the Brazoria County District Courts as an appointed special master to handle discovery disputes in a number of cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Partner Gilbert & Gilbert
Year: 1973 - 2014
Description: John R. Gilbert joined his father, Ralph W. Gilbert’s practice in 1973, when they established the law firm of Gilbert & Gilbert. He has continued and built upon the tradition of client service and excellence in representation that has been a hallmark of the firm since its founding.
Partner John R. Gilbert, P.C.
Year: 2015 - Current
Description: Mr. Gilbert maintains a civil litigation and appellate practice focusing on commercial litigation, personal injury, and products liability. He has tried cases before state and federal courts on a range of challenging issues, and has handled a number of significant appeals. Mr. Gilbert’s practice includes serving as counsel for numerous major corporations who are parties to cases filed in Brazoria County. He also handles matters involving business and estate planning, wills and probate, in addition to business and commercial transactions. In addition to counseling clients and litigating on their behalf, Mr. Gilbert is experienced in alternative dispute resolution techniques and strategy, having achieved favorable results for clients mediation proceedings. He has successfully mediated hundreds of disputed matters. He has also served the Brazoria County District Courts as an appointed special master to handle discovery disputes in a number of cases.
Professional Associations
International Association of Defense Counsel Member (Current)
American Board of Trial Advocates Member (Current)
American Bar Foundation Sustaining Life Member (Current)
Texas Bar Foundation Sustaining Life Member (Current)
American Bar Association Member (Current)
Texas State Bar # 07898500 Member (1973 - Current)
Brazoria Country Bar Association President (Current)
Angleton Chamber of Commerce President (Current)
Awards
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Texas SuperLawyer
Texas Superlawyers 2014.0
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyers
Texas SuperLawyer 2007.0
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Texas SuperLawyer
Texas Superlawyers 2010.0
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Texas SuperLawyer
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Education
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University of Texas - Austin B.B.A. (1971)
Year: 1971
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Baylor University Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Year: 1973
Websites
http://www.jrgpc.com
The Law Office of John R. Gilbert, P.C.
Office
108 E. Magnolia Street, Angleton, TX 77515
(979) 849-3206