How much does it cost to hire William for a car accidents case?

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

Does William offer a free consultation?

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

How long do car accidents cases in Washington typically take?

Simple car accidents 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can William take my case if I'm outside Spokane?

William is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — William 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 William?

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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is William accepting new car accidents clients right now?

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

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William 'Bill' Gilbert, Car Accidents Attorney in Spokane, Washington

Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Civil Rights, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatGilbert Law Firm, P.S.

Spokane, WA

Practicing car accidents in Spokane since 2000.

26+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
1: Bar admission

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William 'Bill' Gilbert is a member based in Spokane, WA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Civil Rights, and Employment. William has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gilbert Law Firm, P.S.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Spokane, WA
Experience: over 26 years
Known for: Car Accidents · Civil Rights · Employment

Handles Car Accidents, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Spokane, WA.
Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters William takes on

William concentrates on car accidents, civil rights, employment, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Spokane, Washington

William takes car accidents matters in Spokane, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Spokane, Washington

William takes civil rights matters in Spokane, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Spokane, Washington

William takes employment matters in Spokane, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

General cases in Spokane, Washington

William takes general matters in Spokane, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Spokane, Washington

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

Biography

Meet William 'Bill' Gilbert — car accidents lawyer in Spokane

Bill Gilbert is a trial lawyer whose practice focus is serious personal injury, wrongful death, professional negligence, product liability, employment law and civil rights litigation. Mr. Gilbert has litigated complex cases across the United States, Canada and Central and South America. His litigation achievements include a $716 million jury verdict in a wrongful death action involving the illegal sale of alcohol to minors.

Bill has a unique prospective of the law borne out of extensive life experience. Prior to becoming an attorney, he served in the military, worked on large cattle ranches in his home state of Montana, guided hunters and fisherman in Montana and Alaska, skied professionally, supervised crews on construction projects and spent four years serving the community as a deputy sheriff. He has traveled the world extensively following his dreams and passion, exploring, socializing, fishing, hunting and trekking in some of the most remote places on the planet. Bill has experienced the joy of parenthood and high of personal and professional success, as well as the daunting lows of personal tragedy and emotional and financial hardship. His diverse background and wealth of life experience give him a unique prospective on the law and its application to clients' problems. This diversity has proven to be invaluable to the lawyers he works with and the clients he represents.

In addition to being nominated by his peers as a Super Lawyer every year since 2012, and repeatedly listed as one of Top Attorneys in Washington through "Seattle Met," Bill has been selected by his peers as one of the Top Lawyers in Spokane, and named as a Top 100 Lawyer in America. Bill has also earned the distinction of being lead counsel in a verdict award recognized as one of the Nations Top 100 Verdicts through The National Law Journal. Additionally, in recognition of his professional excellence and commitment to his clients, Bill has been inducted into the Worldwide Registry. Bill is also a faculty member of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College where he teaches trial skills to fellow trial lawyers.

Mr. Gilbert provides legal services to clients needing representation in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases, motor vehicle accidents, plane crash injuries, injuries and damages related to defective products, medical negligence, civil rights and employment law.

Working with William on a car accidents matter

Who William represents

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, civil rights, and employment matters in Spokane and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Gonzaga University School of Law
J.D. · 2000

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

Washington
2000 · ACTIVE

William studied at J.D. in Gonzaga University School of Law.

Law school and academic background

William completed J.D. in Gonzaga University School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

William's professional memberships and bar associations

Spokane County, Washington State and American Bar Associations Washington State Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Washington Employment Lawyers
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Locations

William 'Bill' Gilbert's office in Spokane

William's primary office is at 421 West Riverside Avenue, Suite 353, Spokane, WA, 99201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gilbert Law Firm, P.S.

421 West Riverside Avenue, Suite 353

Spokane, WA 99201

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Client feedback

Client reviews of William 'Bill' Gilbert — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of William. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Spokane.

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Hiring guide

How to hire William 'Bill' Gilbert — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Spokane, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 William

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William 'Bill' Gilbert

How much does it cost to hire William for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Washington typically take?
Simple car accidents 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Spokane?
William is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new car accidents clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Car Accidents attorneys serving Spokane, Seattle and Tacoma in Washington

William handles car accidents matters throughout Washington. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified car accidents attorneys in that community.

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