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David M Gilbert, Personal Injury Attorney in Saginaw, Michigan

Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing personal injury in Saginaw since 1980.

46+
Years practicing
4.5 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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David M Gilbert is a member based in Saginaw, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. David has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gilbert, Smith & Borrello, P.C.. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Saginaw, MI
Experience
over 46 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Saginaw, MI.
  • Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About David M Gilbert: David M Gilbert is a member based in Saginaw, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. David has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gilbert, Smith & Borrello, P.C.. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters David takes on

David concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Saginaw, Michigan

David takes personal injury matters in Saginaw, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Saginaw, Michigan

David takes workers comp matters in Saginaw, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet David M Gilbert — personal injury lawyer in Saginaw

David M Gilbert is a member based in Saginaw, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. David has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gilbert, Smith & Borrello, P.C.. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.

David M Gilbert is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, negligence and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. David practices at Gilbert, Smith & Borrello, P.C. in Saginaw, MI.

How David handles personal injury matters

David M Gilbert is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, negligence and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. David practices at Gilbert, Smith & Borrello, P.C. in Saginaw, MI.

Who David represents

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Saginaw and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Thomas M. Cooley Law School

    J.D. · 1979

  • University of Michigan

    B.A. · 1975

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Michigan

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Courts

    1980 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Saginaw County Bar Association State Bar of Michigan Michigan Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America

    membership

Locations

David M Gilbert's office in Saginaw

David's primary office is at 721 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw, MI, 48602-1529. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gilbert, Smith & Borrello, P.C.

721 S. Michigan Ave.

Saginaw, MI 48602-1529

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David M Gilbert — 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Saginaw.

4.5

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire David M Gilbert — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Saginaw, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David M Gilbert

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Saginaw?

    David is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Saginaw, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan

David handles personal injury matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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