Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
7 Client Reviews
About William
Biography
William A. (Bill) Gilbert is a principle partner in the law firm Gilbert Law Firm, P.S. He is a trial lawyer whose practice emphasizes serious personal injury, wrongful death, employment law and civil rights litigation at the national and international levels. Mr. Gilbert has litigated complex cases across the United States, as well as in Canada and Central and South America. His litigation achievements include a $716 million jury verdict in a wrongful death action. Bill has a unique prospective of the law borne out of extensive life experience. Prior to attending law school, Bill served in the military, worked on large cattle ranches in his home state of Montana, guided hunters and fisherman in Montana and Alaska, skied professionally, supervised crews on construction projects and spent four years serving the community as a deputy sheriff. He has traveled the world extensively following his dreams and passion, exploring, socializing, fishing, hunting and trekking in some of the most remote places on the planet. Bill has experienced the joy of parenthood and high of personal and professional success as well as the daunting lows of personal tragedy and emotional and financial hardship. His diverse background and wealth of life experience give him a unique prospective on the law and its application to a client's problems. This diversity has proven to be invaluable to the lawyers he works with and the clients he represents.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
Wrongful Death
20%
Employment and Labor
10%
Medical Malpractice
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-45%
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
William A. Gilbert's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by BJH | April 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Yes, He Does Criminal
When I first approached Mr. Gilbert to take my DUI case, he advised me that he typically doesn't do criminal law. However, upon my insistence he agreed to take my case. No only was I charged with a DUI, it had special circumstances that could have ended not so favorably for me. Mr. Gilbert not onl...
Posted by Brian D | October 1, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Genuine care for his clients!
Although I live out of Country, Bill took the time to research and interview a lawyer I required for a difficult business partnership issue. The Attorney he recommended has been excellent in numerous transactions and I owe each victory to Mr. Gilbert. I can only imagine the care and diligence he prov...
Posted by Jennifer C. | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Committed and Professional
In my experiences working with Mr. Gilbert I came to understand that he is completely committed to providing the best legal care possible to his clients. Mr. Gilbert is a trustworthy attorney who routinely goes above and beyond the nine-to-five, setting high professional standards for himself and his...
Posted by Monica | September 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top in his field!
After my son was seriously injured in a car accident we were overwhelmed with the bills and paperwork from the hospitals and insurances. Bill Gilbert was highly recommended to us by a friend who experienced the same thing. He was confident, professional and knowledgeable in every area. He helped u...
Posted by Grateful Customer | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experienced Advocate for Your Interests
Bill is an experienced attorney who will be the best advocate for your interests. He does not over-charge or run up bills. He is only interested in helping you achieve a fair outcome in your favor. You can trust his advice and you should actively seek it.
William A. Gilbert's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bill is an excellent, and I mean excellent trial attorney. He becomes personally invested in the lives of his clients and will stop at nothing to see that justice is done. As a prior law enforcement officer, Bill has an exceptional talent for getting to the truth, even when dealing with those skilled in the art of deceit. I recommend Bill wholeheartedly. You won't find a more devoted or passionate advocate."
"Bill Gilbert is one of the most tenacious and focused attorneys I've ever met. He is a zealous, aggressive advocate for his clients and would do anything for their cause. Confident and decisive, Bill excels under pressure. This is one of the top trial attorneys in the state of Washington. Clients want him as their lawyer and opposing counsel want to avoid facing him in court."
"Bill is a fierce advocate for his clients. He is comitted to helping in their search for justice. Bill also has great skill and an understanding of trial and how to tell his client's story to the jury. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have know Bill a long time. While I liked Bill the minute I meet him, the better I get to know him, the more impressed I get, both as a person and as a lawyer. Bill's human capacity to care, his diligence/work ethic, common sense, intelligence and tenacity make him an exceptional lawyer. If I needed a lawyer, of if a friend needed a lawyer, I wouldn't hesitate to ask for Bill's help."
"Bill is one of my favorite lawyers. He is creative, hard working, and fully committed to his clients' best interests. He also is a pleasure to work with -- collegial and fun. I fully endorse Bill and am proud that he is my friend and colleague."
"Bill is one of the premier trial lawyers in Eastern Wahington."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill Gilbert is truly the smartest and hardest working attorney I know. He is brilliant in how he strategizes a case!! He devotes his personal attention to not just each case, but to each client as well. I have the utmost respect for Bill as a professional and I am also truly lucky to call him my friend."
"I had the pleasure of working with Bill while at Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer College. Bill is as sharp as they come and an excellent attorney who I am proud to endorse."
"I endorse this lawyer with whom I have spent time with working on cases. Bill Gilbert is an outstanding and devoted advocate and lawyer that represents his clients with integrity and passion. If you want an attorney that honors the practices of law and ethics inside and outside of the courtroom, and genuinely cares about you personally and professionally, then Bill Gilbert is the attorney for you."
"Bill is an aggressive and compassionate advocate for his clients. He is also a highly respected trial lawyer and uncommonly effective communicator. I highly endorse him."
"Bill is a skilled attorney who is dedicated to fight for justice for his clients. He is passionate about helping those wrongfully injured, and he cares about continually challenging himself so that he can provide the best representation possible. I highly recommend Bill Gilbert as an attorney."
Ashley Richards
Personal injury lawyer
Joseph Moore
Litigation lawyer
Experience
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, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Superlawyer, Washington Superlawyers
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Ten Jury Verdicts of 2012 (No. 1), Lawyers USA
2012
Editor's Choice, Jury Awards
2012
Top 100 Verdicts 2012: #1, Top 100 Verdicts
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Olive|Bearb, Grelish & Gilbert, PLLC
2010 - 2013
Partner, Dano Gilbert Law Firm
2005 - 2010
Partner, Dano, Gilbert & Ahrend, PLLC
Associations
2013 - Present
Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember
2007 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2004 - Present
Grant County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
Washington Employment Lawyers Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Medical Malpractice
settlement range: $1 mil - $3 mil.
Wrongful death - Dram shop case.
716 million dollar verdict
Wrongful Death
Settlement Range $1 mil - $3 mil
Education
2014
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2000
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD
Speaking Engagements
2015
Washington State Association for Justice
Litigation
2015
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Litigation trial skills
2013
Washington State Association for Justice
Litigation - electronic discovery
2013
Washington State Association for Justice
Litigation - trial skills
2013
Tort Law - A Nightmare on Tort Street
Tort Law
2013
Civil Rights - Use of Force
Litigation - Civil Rights
2012
Begin Your Case with the End in Mind
Litigation
Publications
2009
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Developing an Electronic Discovery Plan
Languages
English