Atty. Brett Aaron Gilstrap

Atty. Brett Aaron Gilstrap

Brett Aaron Gilstrap is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, civil litigation, worker's compensation and 2 other areas of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from University of California, Davis in 1994, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Oakland Oakland 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Brett Aaron Gilstrap at a glance

Brett Aaron Gilstrap is a medical malpractice, litigation, civil rights, and insurance attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in California (2002). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 2001) and University of California, Davis (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Brett Aaron Gilstrap is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, civil litigation, worker's compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Brett received a B.A. degree from University of California, Davis in 1994, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Brett practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brett Aaron Gilstrap's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett Aaron Gilstrap handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oakland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brett Aaron Gilstrap

Where is Brett Aaron Gilstrap's law office located?
Brett Aaron Gilstrap's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett Aaron Gilstrap handle?
Brett Aaron Gilstrap focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brett Aaron Gilstrap practiced law?
Brett Aaron Gilstrap has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Brett Aaron Gilstrap go to law school?
Brett Aaron Gilstrap earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Brett Aaron Gilstrap for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
University of California, Davis
- 1994

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2002

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