Atty. Roger Gilbert

Atty. Roger Gilbert

Attorney Roger Gilbert was born in Pennsylvania and grew up in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area of Florida.

Knoxville Knoxville 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Automobile Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Knoxville, TN · 41+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Roger Gilbert at a Glance

Roger Gilbert is an Attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Gilbert and Fox Law Firm. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1985) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Roger Gilbert

  • Attorney Roger Gilbert was born in Pennsylvania and grew up in the Tampa/St
  • Petersburg area of Florida
  • He attended the University of South Florida - Tampa where he graduated in 1982 with honors
  • He completed his major in both English and Political Science
  • He graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1985 and was licensed to practice law in Tennessee in 1985
  • He has been in private practice since being licensed and has focused his practice on representing people injured in automobile collisions, workers' compensation accidents, and premises liability cases
  • Mr. Gilbert only represents injured people and does not represent insurance companies
  • He has represented people throughout Tennessee and handled cases that occurred in over half of the country
  • He has recovered over 46 million dollars for his clients

Practice Areas Explained

Roger Gilbert's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roger Gilbert handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Knoxville.

Car Accidents in Knoxville

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Roger Gilbert is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Tennessee →

Personal Injury in Knoxville

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.

Roger Gilbert is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation in Knoxville

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Roger Gilbert is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Knoxville

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

Knoxville Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Knoxville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Roger Gilbert

Where is Roger Gilbert's law office located?
Roger Gilbert's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Gilbert and Fox Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roger Gilbert handle?
Roger Gilbert focuses on car accidents, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Roger Gilbert practiced law?
Roger Gilbert has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Roger Gilbert go to law school?
Roger Gilbert earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Roger Gilbert for a consultation?
You can contact Roger Gilbert directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Roger Gilbert received?
Roger Gilbert's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Knoxville Choose Roger Gilbert

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Roger Gilbert's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, and workers comp.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Roger Gilbert brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering car accidents, personal injury, and workers comp, Roger Gilbert can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Knoxville

A Knoxville-based practice means Roger Gilbert attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Roger Gilbert Handles in Knoxville

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Roger Gilbert has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Car accident injury claims
Personal Injury
Slip and fall cases
Personal Injury
Wrongful death suits
Personal Injury
Workers' compensation appeals
Personal Injury
Work-related injury claims
Workers Comp
Occupational disease benefits
Workers Comp
Employer retaliation
Workers Comp
Disability rating disputes
Workers Comp

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Roger Gilbert directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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How People Find Roger Gilbert Online

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Roger Gilbert's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1985
B.A.
University of South Florida
- 1982

Awards & Professional Honors

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985

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