Phillip Charles Gilbert

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Phillip Charles Gilbert

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Car accident Lawyer at Gresham, OR
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Litigation

103 S.E. 223rd Avenue, Suite A, Gresham, OR

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2004
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About Phillip

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Car Accident 50%

I have been working on car accident cases since 1986 (initially as an insurance company claims adjuster and then as an "insurance defense" attorney). We have tried many of these cases, and have arbitrated dozens and dozens more. I serve on the arbitration panels of more than a dozen circuit courts in Oregon (and in Clark County, Washington).

34 years

50%
Personal Injury 40%

Our firm has been representing people injured due to the negligence of others, in Oregon and Washington, since 1992. The types of cases we have handled range from wrongful death claims, to injured pedestrians, motorcyclists and bicyclists, to a golf course worker very seriously injured from exposure to chemicals.

34 years

40%
Litigation 10%

34 years

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2014 2013
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 33 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1992

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2004

Licensed in Oregon for 33 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1992

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2003

Location

Phillip C. Gilbert & Associates

103 S.E. 223rd Avenue, Suite A, Gresham, OR, 97030-7489

phillipgilbertlaw.com

Phillip Charles Gilbert's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Medical Malpractice

Posted by Jocelyn | July 26, 2012 | Medical Malpractice

A Sincere HONEST Lawyer (not kidding about the honest part)

I am a broke single mother of two children and I had a dentist mishap take place to me where I almost lost my life. I was referred to Phillip from a friend. I called his office and I got a response in about 48 hrs after speaking about my incident to Barbara one of his paralegals. I met with them a fe...w days later and told them I have no money to offer. Phil did not bat an eye and he told me he would help me as much as possible. His office went above and beyond for me. Kept me informed continuously. Easy to work with. Very friendly and professional. My claim was denied through my dentists malpractice insurance. Phil then honestly advised me that I could end up paying way too much and still not have a case at that time. He was willing to do whatever I wanted. I chose not to pursue. Phil called me after my decision and offered all my X-rays doctors notes and files to me for FREE! He never made me feel bad that I was unable to pay him for his services. I really wanted too but I just don't have anything to give. He treated me as if I was a high paying client! I would recommend Phillip to anyone searching for an experienced attorney.

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Phillip Charles Gilbert's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Gregory

Litigation lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have practiced law in the Portland area for twenty years, and Phil is without a doubt one of the hardest working, toughest, and knowledgeable lawyers I have ever been around. He is, in a word, relentless."

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Steven Maddoux

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Phil. He is a highly skilled and experienced attorney in personal injury matters."

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Dean Heiling

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Phil Gilbert is an experienced attorney with a peer review rating of "preeminent.""

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Christopher Hill

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Phil for about 10 years through professional organizations. He is a sharp lawyer and good advocate for his clients. He tries cases to juries when they need to be tried, which is something not every lawyer does in this day and age."

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Saville Easley

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Phil Gilbert for over 20 years. I refer my friends and family to him without any reservation. He knows insurance companies, and will get the best possible result for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Brooks Cooper

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Phil for years. He is utterly dedicated to his clients' causes and tireless in his efforts for them. That, coupled with his skill, judgment and experience make him a truly qualified advocate. I am honored to call him a friend."

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Brian Hunt

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"There are few lawyers in this area as passionate about their cases and as knowledgable of the law as Phil Gilbert. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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Mitchell Baker

Litigation lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have handled cases with and against Mr. Gilbert and he is a smart, no nonsense litigator. I definitely endorse him."

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Justin Baxter

Litigation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Levine

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has been of great assistance to me as a peer in the community, and he is a definite asset to the legal profession."

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Conrad Yunker

Litigation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Phil is a rock-solid advocate and respected colleague who works hard for his clients. I don't hesitate to refer potential clients to Phil when the need arises because they'll be in good hands."

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Thomas D'Amore

Unknown lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Phillip Gilbert is an experienced attorney who is truly dedicated to his clients."

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Bryan Dawson

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've opposed Phil on several cases over the years and have great respect for him. He's a great combination of being a strong advocate for his clients while being honest and pleasant with opponents."

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William Robison

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I met Phil years ago when he was just starting up. He has grown to be a fine attorney. Phil obtains excellent results for his clients and helps make us all safer in the process."

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Matthew Wand

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Phil is a good man and an excellent attorney. I recommend him without any reservation."

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Matthew Kehoe

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is a hard charging litigator who gets good results for his clients. I have worked with him in the past and been impressed by his ability to fight for his clients."

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Jan Kitchel

Litigation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Phil since before he went to law school. He's a fine guy and a fine lawyer, and I feel comfortable referring him clients. He does an excellent job on personal injury cases. His past experience serves him well in helping injured clients."

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Robert Russell

Unknown lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Gregory

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2004.

Reciprocal - Discipline issued in WA, 2004

updated on 07/11/2012

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Washington.

Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2003

updated on 11/26/2014

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers

2018

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

AV Peer Review Rating - "Preeminent", Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers

2017

Best Attorneys in Oregon - 2013, Portland Monthly Magazine

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers

1992

Moot Court - First Place - Regional Competition, Lewis & Clark - Northwestern Law School

1991

American Jursiprudence Award - Moot Court, Lawyers Cooperative

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Partner, Phillip C. Gilbert & Associates

1993 - 1995

Associate Attorney, Underwood, Norwood & Hiefield

1992 - 1993

Associate Attorney, Hoffman, Hart & Wagner, LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Clackamas County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Admitted

2003 - Present

Multnomah County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Member

1996 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Guardians Club Member

1992 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

1992 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Tammy L. Matson v. Oregon Arena Corporation

Plaintiff's Verdict (multi-million dollar)

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Education

1992

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Oregon State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2012

Trial Lawyer (OTLA) Tragedy at the Rose Garden

Languages

English

Activity

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