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Chris L. Gilbert is a trial and business attorney who devotes his practice primarily to high-stakes, complex litigation. He uses state-of-the-art legal technology and jury expertise in the courtroom to put his clients in the best position to win at trial or on appeal.
He has litigated across the country in trial and appellate courts from New York to California, as well as multidistrict litigation panels, bankruptcy courts, the International Trade Commission, mediations and arbitrations. He mostly practices in the areas of business litigation, intellectual property, finance and oil and gas. Chris has substantial experience in the defense of patent infringement litigation brought by non-practicing entities (NPEs) in numerous venues, including the Eastern District of Texas.
Chris represents business owners and entrepreneurs in business transactions, governance and ventures. As a business attorney, Chris uses the skills he has developed in the courtroom to negotiate for and advise management and board members on corporate governance, transactions and protection of business assets. He routinely provides his expertise in negotiating the sale and purchase of businesses that are subject to litigation or material litigation risk.
Prior to starting Gilbert PC, Chris was a partner in three AmLaw 100 firms working out of those firms Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Dallas and Shanghai offices. Chris began his legal career in the prominent Nashville law firm Boult Cummings Conners & Berry PLC before returning to his home state of Texas.
Chris is a native Texan whose family settled in Texas in the 1860s. He is active in his local community and supports a number of charities devoted to human rights and conservation. Chris lectures and writes frequently on legal topics and has taught seminars and been a guest lecturer at universities in China.
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State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1999
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State: Indiana
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Posted by Steve | September 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I've known Chris for years and he is absolutely amazing. His work ethic is exceptional. He is dedicated, thorough and passionate about the integrity of his practice.
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. We have worked together and I've seen his skills, tenacity and integrity as a litigator and manager of complex disputes. Smart and strong."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an extremely talented, level-headed and savvy litigator. Wouldn't hesitate to engage him on behalf of a client."
"Chris Gilbert is a fantastic, hard-working and dedicated litigator. We have worked together on many matters, and Chris always fights for his clients in a smart way. Chris is creative and puts his clients in the best position to win. If it's important to you, then you want Chris on your side."
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
2018
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013 - Present
President & CEO, Gilbert PC
2010 - 2012
Partner, Bryan Cave
2008 - 2010
Partner, Patton Boggs
2007 - 2008
Partner, K&L Gates
1999 - 2007
Associate/Member, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings, LLP
2012 - Present
The John Marshall American Inn of CourtBarrister
Favorable
1999
J.D.
1994
Master's Degree
1992
Bachelor's Degree
2017
US Litigation Practices
2016
2015
2011
2009
English
Spanish
French