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Gina Louise Gilstrap
About Gina
Biography
Areas of Practice:
Family Law
Divorce
Custody & Visitation
Child Support
Mediation
Collaborative Law
Estate Planning
Probate
Mediation
Bar Admissions:
State Bar of Texas, 2008
U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas
Education:
South Texas College of Law, 2008 JD
Texas Tech University 2001, BA
Professional Associations & Memberships:
State Bar of Texas
Harris County Bar Association
College of the State Bar of Texas
Past Employment Positions:
Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program, Staff Attorney, 2009-2010
Southeast Texas Legal Clinic, Executive Director, 2005-2009
Pro Bono Activities:
Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program
Dispute Resolution Center
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 17 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2008
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
Location
Gina Gilstrap
700 Louisiana Suite 3950, Houston, TX, 77002
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Kareem | January 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Do not hire Gina unless you want to lose!!!
I hired this lawyer to represent me in a Custody Modification Case in early 2024. She agreed to accept the assignment at$200/hr, but allowed me to make payments. I was being denied my court ordered visitation, limited phone calls and no … More
Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Crook, con artist with a law degree
smooth talker, act likes she's on your side, she will win your case as long as she milking you for money she took me for 10,000 and I lost my daughter. She never filed one motion.
Posted by Heather | August 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Prompt, smart, thoughtful and professional!
Gina is a professional attorney that sticks to the facts of your case. She thoughtfully guided me through the divorce, custody and mediation process. She helped me see, through the emotion, what was ultimately the best outcome for myself and my children. Thank you for simplifying the process for me...
Posted by Kareem | May 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Give that Girl a Prize!
I hired Ms. Gilstrap for a divorce/Custody battle. I'm on disability, so I need every dime I can get. She ALWAYS talked about "money, money". She wanted me to drop payments of $500+ through the slot in her door. No receipt, no idea who really got the money. I did it a couple of times, but when when I...
Gina Gilstrap
Replied last May 19, 2018Please call my office so that we can discuss. I have not withdrawn from you case. In fact, I am still working on your case we still have to enter an order that is in line with the way the Judge ruled after the final trial and test results came in.
Posted by Darius | March 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great attorney
Great attorney. She helped me keep primary custody of my daughter. She is very good at what she does & pays attention to whatever I need done.
Gina Louise Gilstrap's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Gilstrap is an active, knowledgeable and skilled attorney. I am familiar with her approach to many family law situations, from simple to complex, and admire her expertise and zealous representation of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. It's always nice to have Gina on the other side. Gina is always able to zealously advocate for her clients while maintaining her professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have mediated with Gina and she is fabulous. She was able to get two parties who were on very different pages to settlement on final terms. She was a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend her for mediation. She is force to be reckoned with."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Gina is an extremely dedicated attorney and will go above and beyond for her clients. Her expertise and skill set in family law cases and her realistic approach is beneficial to her clients. I highly recommend her."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Gina is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the area of family law."
"Gina is actively invovled in the Texas family law community. I endorse this attorney."
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"I endorse attorney Gina Gilstrop, she is very experienced and well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected lawyer in the community who cares deeply about her clients and their issues."
"Gina is shrewd, bright, and level-headed. Highly recommended!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Gilstrap possesses great knowledge of family law and is of great help in solving complex issues."
"I endorse this lawyer and appreciate her knowledge and willingness to share her knowledge with the legal community."
"Gina is always seeking new knowledge and helping others on Texas Family Lawyers. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Ms. Gilstrap is a passionate advocate who cares deeply for her clients. I have had the pleasure of attending a CLE she presented at and enjoyed hearing her speak on family law legal issues."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Disbarment issued in TX, 2025
updated on 12/16/2025This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Texas State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2024
updated on 06/13/2024Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2016
Top Lawyer, H Magazine
2009
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Southeast Texas Legal Clinic
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Gilstrap Law & Mediation
2009 - 2011
Staff Attorney, Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program
2004 - 2009
Executive Director, Southeast Texas Legal Clinic
Associations
2012 - Present
Houston Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
2010 - Present
Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program
2009 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texas
2009 - Present
Houston Bar Association
2008 - Present
State Bar of Texas
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re PNC A Minor Child
Won primary custody.
Education
2008
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Texas Tech University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Lawyers 4 Lawyers Family Law Conference
Silver Divorce
2015
Camp Hope
Legal Clinic for Veterans
2013
South Texas College of Law
HIV and the Law
2011
Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program
Eviction: Know Your Rights
2011
Houston Heights High School
Juvenile or Adult Criminal Record
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can I do to prevent custodial parent from moving child as well?
12 Apr 2022
Q&A
Could I still get primary custody if I have a dui charge?
13 Jul 2021
Q&A
So even if dna test is provided to the court showing im not the father nothing will change because shes 18?
13 Jul 2021