Lessie Gilstrap - Austin, TX
Attorney at Gilstrap Law Group
Commercial Disputes Lawyers in Austin, TX
1100 West Avenue Austin, TX 78701
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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27
Years
Experience
Austin Commercial Disputes Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Commercial Disputes
Attorney Information
Overview
Lessie Gilstrap, is a fifth-generation Texan, boasting an impressive two decades of experience as a formidable advocate representing clients in state and federal courts and in arbitration.
Lessie stands out for her ability to focus on the broader objectives of her clients, keeping an eye on the forest rather than getting lost in the trees. She provides her clients with the benefit of her broad litigation and business experience to assist them in determining whether resolution, conflict, or a combination of both, is the best approach. Whether advising individuals, small businesses, or Fortune 500 companies, Lessie consistently injects a fresh perspective in shaping legal strategies. Her unwavering commitment centers on achieving clients' ultimate goals, steering each case with a deliberate emphasis on efficiency and effectiveness.
Gilstrap Law Group is pleased to announce that its founder, Lessie Gilstrap, has been selected by her peers as an Austin Monthly Magazine Top Attorney in Commercial Litigation for the third year in a row. Lessie thanks her team, clients, and colleagues for their trust and support.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Super Lawyers – 2022 – 2023: Business Litigation
- Austin Monthly Top Attorney – 2022-2024: Commercial Litigation
- Included in the 2024 and 2025 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® for Commercial Litigation.
Other Sources of Feedback About Lessie Gilstrap
Included on the 2026 Texas Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Houston Law Center,
Houston,
Texas, 1999
J.D.
Honors: magna cum laude
Law Review: Houston Law Review, Notes and Comments Editor
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University of Houston Law Center,
Houston,
Texas, 1999
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Non Legal Education
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Yale University, 1992
B.A.
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Yale University, 1992
Bar Admissions
- Texas, 1999
- Georgia, 2002
Other Affiliations
- Austin Bar Association
- Travis County Women Lawyer Foundation, 2016 - 2017 (Chair)
- Travis County Women Lawyer Foundation, 2014 - Present (Board of Directors)
- Travis County Women Lawyer Association, 2013 - Present (Board of Directors)
- Travis County Women Lawyer Association, 2012 - 2013 (Chair, Mentoring Committee)
- Travis County Women Lawyer Association (Co-Chair, Publicity Committee - President's Award 2013)
- Travis County Women Lawyer Association, 2015 - 2016 (President)
- Travis County Women Lawyer Association, 2014 - 2015 (President Elect)
- Travis County Welfare Board, 2014 - 2016
Contact
1100 West Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: 512-813-2061
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.gilstraplawgroup.com
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