Atty. Thomas Joseph Gilbert

Atty. Thomas Joseph Gilbert

Thomas Joseph Gilbert is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, municipal law, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Naperville Naperville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Joseph Gilbert at a glance

Thomas Joseph Gilbert is a Member based in Naperville, Illinois, practicing at Ottosen Britz Kelly Cooper & Gilbert, Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1974), and Florida (1980). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1974) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Naperville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Joseph Gilbert is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, municipal law, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Thomas practices at Ottosen Britz Kelly Cooper & Gilbert, Ltd. in Naperville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Joseph Gilbert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Joseph Gilbert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas Joseph Gilbert is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas Joseph Gilbert is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas Joseph Gilbert is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Thomas Joseph Gilbert is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Joseph Gilbert

Where is Thomas Joseph Gilbert's law office located?
Thomas Joseph Gilbert's law practice is located in Naperville, Illinois. The firm is Ottosen Britz Kelly Cooper & Gilbert, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Joseph Gilbert handle?
Thomas Joseph Gilbert focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Joseph Gilbert practiced law?
Thomas Joseph Gilbert has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Thomas Joseph Gilbert go to law school?
Thomas Joseph Gilbert earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Thomas Joseph Gilbert for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Joseph 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 Thomas Joseph Gilbert received?
Thomas Joseph Gilbert's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1974
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1974
Florida
Admitted: 1980

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