Tracy Gilmore

Tracy Gilmore is a seasoned trial attorney with more than 30 years of experience representing clients in complex litigation in state and federal courts. Her practice focuses on general tort and commercial litigation, including premises liability, insurance coverage disputes, automobile litigation, catastrophic injury claims, first-party property insurance matters, defamation and sexual assault/sex trafficking cases. She has handled dozens of jury trials, most as first chair, and is known for her strategic case analysis, thorough preparation and persuasive advocacy.

Tracy works closely with insurers and corporate clients to manage high-exposure claims, develop effective litigation strategies and achieve favorable outcomes through dispositive motions, mediation or trial. Her litigation practice is strengthened by prior experience within the insurance industry, which gives her valuable insight into claims evaluation, reserve analysis and risk management. She takes a proactive and practical approach to litigation, evaluating risk early, identifying dispositive strategies and developing litigation plans that align legal outcomes with business objectives. Clients rely on her to manage complex general liability and coverage matters, coordinate defense strategies with claims professionals and corporate counsel and prepare cases for trial while positioning them for favorable resolution.

Tracy’s litigation experience and insurance claims background uniquely position her to understand how best to approach a case and the preparation required for successful litigation or resolution. She understands the importance of prompt reporting, early risk evaluation and providing clear guidance that assists clients in evaluating exposure and setting appropriate reserves.

Before entering private practice, Tracy served for more than 15 years as a prosecutor with the Carroll County State’s Attorney’s Office, where she conducted numerous grand jury investigations and supervised specialized prosecution and investigative units handling violent crime, gang activity, narcotics, domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault cases. She also advocated for victims’ rights legislation at the local, state and federal levels and served on several state and local commissions and task forces.

Drawing on her diverse background as a prosecutor, insurance professional and civil litigator, Tracy brings a strategic and disciplined perspective to every matter she handles. She places a strong emphasis on building trusted relationships with clients and providing clear, practical guidance that protects their interests and leads to successful outcomes.

Memberships

• State Bar of Georgia
• Maryland State Bar Association

Interests

Tracy is active in her community and previously served as an assistant coach for a local high school varsity lacrosse team, a sport she played and later became certified to coach. She is committed to helping lacrosse grow in the South. Tracy is also the mother of two girls and enjoys supporting their extracurricular activities.

Experience

Tracy has handled upwards of 75 jury trials. She routinely handles claims valued in excess of $5 million and has defended exposures in excess of $6 million dollars.