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Texas Lawyers With
State-Wide Reputation for Excellence

Derek Van Gilder has achieved the highest possible rating from Martindale-Hubbel and AVVO that a Texas lawyer can earn during his more than 40 years of practicing law.

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Conveniently
Located

Our law office is located on Main Street in historic downtown Bastrop, Texas, just minutes from the state capital of Austin.

Serving Bastrop &
Surrounding Counties

The Law Office of Derek R. Van Gilder proudly serves the people of Bastrop County–including the cities of Bastrop, Smithville, Elgin and Cedar Creek.

general practice
law firm

We are a general practice law firm, representing clients in various types of legal matters.

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Derek R. Van Gilder

We are your “home town” Bastrop, Texas lawyers–providing “big city” experience with “small town” service. When you need a responsive and attentive Texas lawyer to take on your legal problems, the Law Office of Derek R. Van Gilder is here for you.

Located just minutes from the State Capital of Austin, our Texas lawyers regularly represent individuals and businesses in Bastrop County, Travis County, Williamson County, Lee County, Caldwell County, Burleson County and across the great State of Texas in all types of civil legal matters.

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WHAT WE ARE EXPERienced AT

Our Practice Areas

Nothing is a substitute for actual legal experience when you need an experienced Texas attorney. When the time comes for you to find a Texas lawyer you can rely on, the Texas attorneys at the Law Office of Derek R. Van Gilder will be there with you every step of the way.

Family Law

We have been helping people in divorce and other family law matters for decades.

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Civil Litigation

If you have been sued, or if you have a claim in which a lawsuit needs to be filed, you need an experienced civil litigation attorney.

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Real Estate

We can advise you about any legal issues related to your transaction and prepare all of the necessary documents to purchase, sell, or transfer real property.

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Texas Business & Contracts

We are here to help you navigate through legal issues that face business owners and operators everyday.

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Corporations & Partnerships

Electing the best organizational structure for your business is a very important decision that can and will have long-term consequences.

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Patent & Copyright

When you need an experienced intellectual property attorney to register or enforce your intellectual property rights, you can rely on Derek Van Gilder.

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