Troy Gilbert represents a diverse range of businesses and organizations in all aspects of civil litigation, with an emphasis on commercial transportation and general liability defense. Additionally, he is well-versed in handling claims involving breach of contract, negligence, wrongful death actions, and other complex disputes, securing dismissals in numerous matters and successfully resolving catastrophic injury cases for transportation and construction clients. Troy has effectively managed all phases of litigation from pre-suit investigation and discovery through motion practice, mediation, settlement, and trial preparation. A dedicated and strategic advocate, Troy provides comprehensive legal representation to achieve favorable and cost-effective outcomes for clients.
Before joining Wilson Elser, Troy practiced at a Chicago-based defense firm, where he represented a broad range of clients, including motor carriers, property owners, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and other businesses, in various civil litigation matters.
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law (J.D., 2022)
- President, American Constitution Society
- Fair Housing Legal Support Center Clinic
- University of Missouri - Columbia (B.J. Journalism: Strategic Communications; B.A. Political Science, 2019)
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
- Illinois Defense Counsel
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Chicago Bar Association