Our Team
Meet Our Team
Legal professionals ready to help you
Unlike many law firms, we have a full staff of lawyers, paralegals, case managers and other specialists who all work together towards the best possible results for your case.
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James P. Best
FounderFounder of Best, Watson & Gilbert, P.C., James P. Best is a graduate of the Southern Methodist University Law School in Dallas. In addition to a comprehensive knowledge of personal injury law and an understanding of the tactics used by big insurance companies, Mr. Best has dedicated his professional life to representing the interests of the common man – correcting injustices in the insurance claims system and helping accident victims secure fair compensation.
Aaron Holt
Claims ManagerAaron Holt is a case manager and a Texas licensed claims adjuster. He has worked with James P. Best, Attorney for over twenty years. Mr. Holt’s knowledge of the claims process is a valuable asset to our clients. Mr. Holt is a graduate of South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas.
Patrick Watson
AttorneyPatrick Watson, a partner in the firm, is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. A 1996 University of Texas School of Law graduate, Mr. Watson has over a decade of litigation experience fighting on behalf of clients with personal injuries caused by negligence.
Clinton Gilbert
AttorneyA principle of the firm, Clinton Gilbert has represented clients in a wide range of injury negligence cases, including tractor-trailer collisions, motor vehicle accidents and wrongful death. A cum laude graduate of Texas A&M University and earned his law degree at SMU Dedman School of Law.
Andrew Scott
AttorneyAndrew is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law. Prior to law school Andrew earned his Bachelors of Business Administration in Economics and his Masters of Business Administration from Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Andrew is a former felony prosecutor who has extensive trial experience and an in-depth knowledge of the law and the justice system.
Matthew Masek
AttorneyMatthew is a graduate of Texas A&M University School of Law and holds a Bachelors of Business Administration in Finance from the University of North Texas and is also an U.S. Air Force Veteran. Matthew is an experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney with a demonstrated history of working in the law practice industry and represents clients who have been hit by tractor-trailers, intoxicated drivers, and whom have suffered significant injury. Matthew’s medical experience in the U.S. Air Force gives him invaluable insight into his client’s injuries and allows him to be a more effective advocate on their behalf.
Christopher Kubin
Vice President of ClaimsChristopher Kubin is the Vice President of Claims and has been a valuable asset to James P. Best, Attorney for 20 years. Educated at Navarro College and the University of Texas at Arlington, Mr. Kubin is a Texas licensed claims adjuster and can handle all types of accident claims.
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Christina Gonzalez
Claims ManagerChristina Gonzalez is a board certified paralegal in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a member of the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas. Ms. Gonzalez has been a paralegal since 1991 and has focused exclusively on the field of personal injury litigation for the last nine years. Ms. Gonzalez is a graduate of Dallas Law Magnet (now Townview) and has associates degree level credits from Eastfield College where she majored in criminal justice.
Jeff Redmond
Claims ManagerJeff Redmond is the Claims Manager and a Texas licensed claims adjuster. He has worked with James P. Best, Attorney for over fifteen years. Mr. Redmond gives each client the individual attention throughout the claims process and is an aggressive advocate on behalf of our clients.
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