Experienced Aggressive Client Focused
Gilder Law is a family owned and operated law practice proud to represent the hard-working people of the Acadiana area. Located in Lafayette, Louisiana, Gilder Law handles cases in Lafayette Parish courts and the majority of those in the surrounding parishes. While working for large personal injury firms, attorney Tara Gilder became an experienced, passionate fighter for the rights of her injured clients against insurance companies. This dedication to clients and the desire to provide personalized representation to each of them is the reason she began Gilder Law. Committed to returning the person to today’s personal injury practice, Gilder Law focuses on clients and the very important issues and concerns they face after suffering serious injuries in an automobile accident, offshore accident or any another injury due to someone else’s negligence. For many people, the serious injuries from an automobile accident or other personal injury is the first time they’ve needed to hire a lawyer. Choosing the right attorney is the single most important decision they will make and it is also the hardest. At Gilder Law, we understand how difficult it is to select a lawyer after suffering a personal injury causing physical pain and emotional stress. Every individual who comes through our doors, for a free initial consultation on their personal injury accident, receives undivided attention and is encouraged to share his or her story. We get to know each of our clients, learn about their individual concerns and make them feel comfortable and secure. Our constant focus on clients is what sets Gilder Law apart and ensures superb legal representation. To us, every client is a real person, someone we care about and know well. Gilder Law believes that when attorneys fight for human beings, their passion brings out the best of their abilities and fuels success. This approach works and has resulted in Gilder Law consistently settling client’s cases for larger amounts than they ever expected. To experience how we successfully put the person back into the practice of personal injury law, one client at a time, call Gilder Law today, by dialing to schedule your free initial consultation. We will discuss your legal issues in confidence and begin to learn what issues are important to you. This phone call will put you on the path toward resolving your legal issue with an experienced, hard -working attorney committed to personalized service focused on you.
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Practice Areas
17 years
33%-40%
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
15 Client Reviews
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Posted by Bryan | May 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Amazing Attorney!
Tara was fantastic to work with. She’s very approachable and made the entire legal process easy to understand. She explained everything clearly and was always available to answer questions. I felt very supported throughout my case and would definitely recommend her to anyone needing legal help.
Posted by Michelle | May 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Satisfied Client
I have used Ms. Gilder numerous times for a variety of reasons and have been throughly satisfied with the guidance and knowledge she has provided.
Posted by Blake | May 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Couldn’t be more satisfied, will recommend Tara to anyone!
From the moment I started working with Tara’s office they were professional, kind and most importantly caring. The communication throughout the process was perfect. Tara Gilder made sure I understood every step of the process and has been a pivotal part throughout this entire process.
Posted by Nicole | May 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Hire Tara Gilder and you won’t be disappointed!!
Tara was professional and had my best interests from beginning to end. She took on a very difficult case and did an amazing job. Her attention to detail and professionalism was evident from start to finish. She is capable of dealing with the most difficult situations.
Posted by Brandie | May 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family
She handled my case with professionalism and achieved an outstanding result.
I am forever grateful for her representation! She fought for my daughter as if she were her own. Tara was passionate, knowledgeable, responsive, and gave her very best to this complicated relocation case.
"Tara is a skilled, experienced and hard-working lawyer. I had the opportunity to work opposite Tara on several matters and always found her prepared and focused on getting the best outcome for her client."
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2016
Top Attorney in areas of Family Law and Personal Injury, Acadiana Profile Magazine
2012 - Present
Founding/Managing Attorney, Gilder Law
2009 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Glenn Armentor Law Corporation
2006 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Lynn Luker & Associates, LLC
2010 - Present
Louisiana Association for Justice
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
Insurance Law and your small business
2015
English
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