Reviews

I hired Gilbert File to represent my interests in a Guardianship case filed by the nursing home my mother resides in. Gilbert took time on multiple occasions to explain the guardianship process to me and patiently answered all of my questions. Gilbert's extensive knowledge and expertise allowed me to prevail in my effort to become the legal guardian of my mother.

Gil provided so much helpful advice and support during several months of intense family difficulties surrounding and following my father’s final illness and death. Gil was always very clear and honest regarding my options. I trust him implicitly and can’t recommend him highly enough. I truly don’t know what I would have done without him.

Gilbert (Gil) was hired to represent my case in seeking guardianship with a family member. Gil was very patient, caring and diligent, while maintaining an exceptionally high level of professionalism from the initial consultation through the end of the hearing. I would definitely seek his services again and recommend his firm.

When my siblings and I contacted Gil File we were desperate. Our elderly father and his estate had come under the control of some bad actors. Our previous lawyer had gotten us nowhere. But, despite the complex laws surrounding guardianship and elder abuse, and with the clock ticking, Gil quickly got a handle on the intricate narrative of our situation. He understood the urgency and divined a strategy that, quite frankly, the other side didn’t see coming. Gil gamed out our whole approach brilliantly. Within months, we were in court for an emergency hearing that marked the beginning of the end for the bad actors who were quickly stopped and eventually removed. Not only is Gil File a razor-sharp tactician who has a thorough understanding of the law and how it works, he cares deeply about his clients. My siblings and I will be forever thankful that we found Gil File. He is an awesome, very personable, extremely talented lawyer and strategist who will fight for his clients all the way! A man of real conviction and heart. Gil File is the real deal.

We recently moved from Oregon. Gilbert File and our Oregon attorney worked together to do a guardianship transfer from Oregon to North Carolina for our son. He worked so well with our Oregon attorney and us! Gilbert was always prompt and kind in his correspondence and always quick to do his steps in the transfer process. We sure appreciate Gilbert File’s help and kindness!

When a family member suddenly dies there are about a million things that happen. Add to the death an emergency surgery & that only adds to the complexity of my personal situation. I hired Gilbert File to handle my husband's estate...I could not have found a more perfect fit! When I was impatient and wanted things to happen, Gil wisely suggested we work through the process. Throughout the entire ordeal Gil remained a perfect gentleman. His knowledge of the law is without question. His integrity and character are also without question. Gil listens...he gets to know your personality and when you are stressed. Gil guided me through this process and made it seem effortless. Do you need an advocate to guide you? Then Gilbert File is THE attorney for you. I highly recommend him.

Gil File is a competent, knowledgeable, and compassionate lawyer who’s well known in the state NC. For clients from out of state, who are intimidated and unfamiliar with NC laws, please don’t hesitate to seek his counsel. He represented me in an extremely complicated spousal support in a guardianship case. Mr. File informed me of my rights and resolved my case gently but firmly. Observing him during the hearing, I noticed that he’s highly respected by his colleagues as well. Gil File stands for justice; he’s a true gentleman/lawyer. I highly recommend him for his area of practice, and for clients whose legal matters are not related to his area, to accept his referrals and advice cause Gil File is trustworthy and conscientious.

Gilbert is a great gentleman even when he is not representing you as counsel. Gilbert has a way of thoroughly documenting progress, providing status updates, and genuinely working with both parties. Many have stated it best he is a zealous advocate for his clients while recognizing areas for compromise.