Atty. Oscar L. Gilbert

Atty. Oscar L. Gilbert

Author: Article, Virginia Trial Lawyers Journal, 1999; Lecturer: Virginia Trial Lawyers Association; Statewide Conference of Virginia General District Court Judges, 1999; Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America Personal Injury, 2001-2019; Who's Who in the East and Southeast, 2003-2004; Virginia Super Lawyers, 2009-2012; Selected as Personal Injury Litigator of the Year, Norfolk 2011, 2013 and 2017; Served as Substitute Judge Norfolk General District Court 2013-2016.

Norfolk Norfolk 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Oscar L. Gilbert at a glance

Oscar L. Gilbert is a Member based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Gilbert & Albiston, P.L.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of (1975). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1975) and Old Dominion University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Norfolk-Portsmouth, Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Author

Article, Virginia Trial Lawyers Journal, 1999;

Lecturer

  • Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Statewide Conference of Virginia General District Court Judges, 1999
  • Listed in: The Best Lawyers in America Personal Injury, 2001-2019
  • Who's Who in the East and Southeast, 2003-2004
  • Virginia Super Lawyers, 2009-2012
  • Selected as Personal Injury Litigator of the Year, Norfolk 2011, 2013 and 2017
  • Served as Substitute Judge Norfolk General District Court 2013-2016

Practice Areas Explained

Oscar L. Gilbert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Oscar L. Gilbert 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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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Oscar L. Gilbert is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Product Liability

Oscar L. Gilbert is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Norfolk are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Oscar L. Gilbert

Where is Oscar L. Gilbert's law office located?
Oscar L. Gilbert's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm is Gilbert & Albiston, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Oscar L. Gilbert handle?
Oscar L. Gilbert focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Oscar L. Gilbert practiced law?
Oscar L. Gilbert has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Oscar L. Gilbert go to law school?
Oscar L. Gilbert earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact Oscar L. Gilbert for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Oscar L. Gilbert received?
Oscar L. Gilbert's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1975
B.S.
Old Dominion University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1975

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