
In 2002, Cimarron Manrique Gilson graduated cum laude with a BA in Government Studies from the University of Notre Dame. He worked at the Mexican American Cultural Center in San Antonio and the Austin office of U.S. Senator John Cornyn before heading to Ave Maria School of Law in Ann Arbor. In law school, he served on the Ave Maria Law Review as a senior editor and graduated magna cum laude with a JD in 2007. After passing the Texas bar exam, he began a three‐year clerkship with The Honorable George P. Kazen, U.S. District Court Judge for the Southern District of Texas, Laredo Division.
In Laredo, he became active at St. Peter's Catholic Church, volunteering and serving as a religious education teacher and youth minister. This ministry inspired him to discern the Catholic priesthood. So in 2010, he left his legal position and entered Assumption Seminary in San Antonio. While in seminary, he completed a BA in Pastoral Ministry, graduating summa cum laude from the Mexican American Catholic College (MACC) in 2012. After graduation from MACC, he left seminary to attend to family responsibilities and resume his legal practice.
Cimarron's practice focuses primarily on Estate Planning, the process of crafting a thoughtful written plan to distribute one's wealth at death and manage it upon incapacity, and Probate, but Cimarron also handles Business Formation and simple Real Estate matters.
Cimarron's primary mission is to help people avoid the pitfalls of failing to plan for death and incapacity by educating them about their estate planning options, often bringing to light situations frequently overlooked, and encouraging them to take the initiative to plan now, so they or their loved ones do not have to pay later. Cimarron's goal is to make sure everyone he serves, regardless of background, has a professionally crafted estate plan that incorporates his or her values. With this plan in place, his clients can finally achieve the peace of mind that comes with putting their final affairs in order.
Cimarron regularly presents a FREE and informational Estate Planning Seminar to various churches and local associations, like the Knights of Columbus. If you would like to schedule Cimarron to present at your church, small group, or association, please contact our office for more information.
Cimarron is registered at St. Mark the Evangelist Church in San Antonio, but spent 25+ years as a member Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Selma, TX. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus. He sat on the Selma City Planning & Zoning Committee, and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Guadalupe County MHMR Agency, Inc. and Guadalupe County Housing Development, Inc., and is President of the Guadalupe County Bar Association. His hobbies and interests include politics, home improvement, and traveling. He is married to Mallory D. Gilson, a San Antonio veterinarian at Lincoln Heights Animal Hospital, with two daughters, Clare Mary DiRosa (4) and Lucy Grace (11 mons), and one son, Henry Joseph Justice (2.5).
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J. Christ, New Braunfels, TX - retired Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Thank you for a great presentation. - Thank you very much. Very informative and gave us a lot to think about.
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G. Mallett, Garden Ridge, TX - retired Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We thoroughly enjoyed your estate briefing. Job well done. -
T. Grimmett, Schertz, TX - paralegal Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Great job with the presentation, Cim. You were articulate and professional yet able to get through to an audience with limited legal background. The Q&A was also beneficial and highlighted your ability to listen and answer with interest and compassion -- traits not always easy to find in an ... -
2/1/13 C. Rohach, Garden Ridge, TX - business owner Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Your seminar was great. Chock full of information and just in time for my husband and me. Lots of info to swallow and don't even know where to begin. Well yes I do. That's part of the reason we have been putting it off for so long. The other big question was to whom shall we go. Well now we know. -
9/8/14 S. Mondino, San Antonio, TX - Estate Planning clientcher Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Thank you very much for the wonderful work you did we are very grateful. I will keep in touch. -
11/4/14 D. Lucky, Schertz, TX - Probate & Estate Planning Client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Cimarron, you are such a great listener. They way you pay attention and listen, it's like you really care about me, my concerns, and what I am going through. That's why I feel so comfortable with you as my attorney. - We recently had our will updated here (our third update, but the first here) and are very pleased to have found the Gilson Law Firm. Mr. Gilson and all his staff are kind, professional, respectful and extraordinarily helpful! It's clear to us that Mr. Gilson sees his professional work as a public...
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8/23/19 Z. Burleson, Cibolo, TX - Child custody Client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Thank you for resolving a complicated and stressful legal situation for my family. Your approach for my case was professional, and your preparation allowed the legal process to run smoothly. Going into court, I felt confident that what we had prepared was thoughtful put together, and it ended up ... -
1/27/13 R. & S. Bryant, New Braunfels, TX - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Thank you for making the homestead exemption easy to resolve. Thanks for filling out the papers and telling me what I needed to do...Thanks again for going the extra mile. -
10/12/12 J. Young, New Braunfels, TX - Insurance Agent Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I have known Cimarron and his family for over ten years and can personally vouch for his integrity. You won't find a more honest or amiable attorney than Cimarron. -
1/22/21 J. Almendarez, Live Oak, TX - Probate client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson went above and beyond. All of my questions were answered in a timely manner. Cimarron kept me informed every step of the way, and made me feel as if I was family. Mr. Gilson was always there to explain documents and had great communication about information during the entire process. -
12/17/20 J. Rush & K. Schxnayder, Cibolo, TX - Probate clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
The work Mr. Gilson provided was affordable and thorough. Mr. Gilson himself was very honest, knowledgeable, and reliable throughout the whole process. We were kept up to date on everything going on, and there was great communication the whole time. My entire family felt we were in good legal han... -
5/12/20 B. Teboe, Cibolo, TX - Probate client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I truly could not handle this situation. Thanks to Mr. Gilson everything was handled in a timely manner, and he answered all questions I had and ensured I was kept up to date on what was happening. I will definitely be using Gilson Law offices again. -
5/12/20 A. Gullette, Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I attended one of Mr. Gilson's seminars, and was throughly impressed with his knowledge and understanding of these matters. I later hired Mr. Gilson to aide in legal matters, and the experience was great. Mr. Gilson was very helpful, and everything was completed in a timely manner. I recommend M... -
5/21/20 K. & P. Maes, Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
This is the perfect small firm to handle affairs. Mr. Gilson and his team had great communication the entire time, and always kept us informed of what was going on. Mr. Gilson is very professional and thorough, and we will certainly seek Mr. Gilson's advice for future affairs. -
4/20/20 D. & K. Harrison - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson provided great advice that coincided with the guidelines of the Catholic Church. He made the process very easy, and everything was done in a timely manner. Mr. Gilson and his staff were very responsive and explained all information in terms we understood. We will be visiting Mr. Gilson... -
8/28/19 B. Land, San Antonio, TX - Probate client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson helped make us aware of all of my options. He explained everything in detail and was to the point on everything. My situation was dealt with in a timely matter, and I experienced no delays during the entire process. I have used Mr. Gilson before, and I have always been satisfied with m... -
3/9/20 E. & J. Nicola, Schertz, TX - Estate Planning Client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson was referred to us by various members of our church, and he handled our legal matters very well. Mr. Gilson was professional and friendly, and always explained matters in layman's terms. There were no delays in terms of our legal matters, and they were also handled in a very prompt man... -
2/25/20 G. & A. Ruiz, San Antonio, TX - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We were very pleased with the service we received from Gilson Law firm. The fact that this firm was close and followed guidelines of the Catholic Church was surely a plus to this establishment. Mr. Gilson and his staff had great communication with us throughout the process and were very understan... -
10/21/19 H. & L. Edwards, Live Oak, TX - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We had a very pleasant experience, and we highly recommend Mr. Gilson. -
1/11/20 E. Hardaway, San Antonio, TX - Estate Planning Client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson treated me with great respect and dignity. I was adequately informed on the legal matters and was very happy with the legal service provided. All documents were explained and all of my questions were answered. I have referred Mr. Gilson to my family and anyone else who may need legal a... -
Z. Burleson, Cibolo, TX - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson truly had my best interest in mind, which I have found many attorneys do not care as long as they are paid. Mr. Gilson had great communications with me and explained the general processes I would have to go through. I will definitely be using Mr. Gilson and his team for any legal matte... - We were referred to Mr. Gilson, and after meeting with him we were very confident and comfortable with him representing us. Mr. Gilson explained everything in detail and answered all of our questions in a timely manner.
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4/18/19 T. & P. Brandt, Schertz, TX - Estate Planning clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We hired Cim for his legal services after attending a seminar at our church. We greatly appreciated Cim explaining legal things to us from our perspectives as Catholics. Cim was very thorough and explained the process in terms we could understand. - All of our questions were answered, and we highly recommend Mr. Gilson's services.
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1/15/19 M. & J. Mungia, Texas - Estate Planning clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We are extremely pleased with the services we have received and we highly recommend Cimarron Gilson and his staff to our friends and family. Mr. Gilson explained all paperwork to us. He also made suggestions, which allowed us to realize we needed many more items than we knew. All of our questions... - I trust Gilson Law Firm for my, as well as others', legal matters.
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1/12/19 R. & E. Raver, Live Oak, TX - Estate Planning clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We were very satisfied with our experience at Gilson Law Firm. We had very short wait times, and never felt rushed to complete paperwork. We have already told others about our positive experience here. -
10/28/18 C. & H. Henderson, Texas - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We attended one of Mr. Gilson's presentations at our church and were very impressed. Mr. Gilson explained all of our options and helped us decide what would be best for us. - Mr. Gilson was very thorough in explaining the process that applied to my case. He also made sure all my questions were answered. All of my paperwork was quickly completed, and I was able to take my time gathering what I needed. I have already told my fiends about the great service I received, an...
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10/10/18 M. Matthews, Texas - Probate client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I had attended a seminar by Mr. Gilson many years ago, so I came to him when I was seeking legal advice. I had several questions about the probate process, and they were all answered completely. The entire process went very smoothly, and all the documents were completed in a timely manner. This w... -
5/23/18 B. Harris, Texas - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Both Mr. Gilson and his paralegal were more than sufficient to explain and/or clarify my questions and concerns. Services were professional and laced with honesty and authority. Document turn around definitely exceeded my expectations. Overall, I was extremely satisfied with my service. I would h... -
5/10/18 T. & D. Fritzinger, Texas - Estate Planning clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson was highly recommend by our friends after we had mentioned we were going to look at his firm after we had seen an advertisement in our church bulletin. Mr. Gilson spent a good amount of time with us explaining the will and what we would need, and he made great suggestions as to what we... - Mr. Gilson asked me many questions about my situation as well as what I felt needed to be done. Mr. Gilson then explained the different processes and recommended me to the process he felt best fit my situation. I was very anxious during this process, but Mr. Gilson made me feel very comfortable a...
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2/7/18 A. Turnbull & B. Williams, Texas, Family law clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson's firm was very professional and answered all of our questions on top of thoroughly explaining the processes. They also knew how to handle each party, which was a great relief. I had never experienced this type of situation, and Mr. Gilson handled it very well and it went quickly. We a... -
1/17/18 J. Issac & B. Estes, Selma, TX - Estate Planning clients Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We were very hesitant to begin this process, but Mr.Gilson did not give us a hard time and was very considerate. The fees were very affordable, and we even received a free consultation, which helped ease us even more about the process. We highly recommend Mr. Gilson to others, and have already re... -
12/11/17, G. Daniel, Austin, TX - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Cim and his staff all do very good work and are very professional. 12/11/17 -
11/27/17 C. & D. Rothman, fm Texas Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson and his entire staff were very kind and helpful. We weren't rushed during the process, and all of our questions were answered. We certainly recommend Mr. Gilson and his legal service to others. 11/27/17 - I was very happy with the services provided, and Mr. Gilson and his staff were very courteous and friendly. We recommend Gilson Law Firm to others who need legal service. 10/7/17
- Cim took his time explaining what was going to happen and our options. We were very happy with the services we received. Cim was extremely kind and helpful, and we received everything when it was promised. I highly recommend Gilson Law Firm. All the staff is very helpful and location is very conv...
- Gilson Law Firm and its services are outstanding. 8/16/17
- I was very happy with the services I received at Gilson Law Firm. Mr. Gilson made sure I was prepared in all matters and was prepared for all my questions. The entire experience was pleasant and easy, and I recommend Mr. Gilson to others looking for legal advice.
- We have lots of confidence in Cim and his staff. Gilson Law Firm made us very comfortable during the process, and we recommend his services to others.
- Cim is very knowledgeable in many areas and was able to make the process very simple. Gilson Law Firm's services are very friendly, personal, informative, professional, and kind. We were very pleased Cim was able to have everything completed in a reasonable amount of time. 5/15/17
- I was referred to Mr. Gilson by another attorney ,and I was very pleased with my experience. Mr. Gilson explained all of the legal aspect to the case very thoroughly, and he also took adequate time to inform me of what was happening in a clean and logical manner.
- I could not be happier with the way I was treated. Every question I asked was answered in great detail, and I give him the best rating possible. Without a doubt I was very happy with the services I received. Everything was much quicker than I expected, which was a great relief. I would highly re...
- My service was very compassionate and efficient. Probate was done in a timely manner and additional documents were done earlier than expected. I was very satisfied and believe others would be as well.
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3/23/17 G. & L. Clapp, Live Oak, tx Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We attended one of Mr. Gilson's seminars, and found it very informative. All of our questions were answered very clearly. -
3/12/17 R. & P. Waisley, San Antonio, Tx Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We came to Mr. Gilson after a presentation he conducted and also due to the fact he followed guidelines accepted by the Catholic faith. He is very knowledgeable in matters to do with estate planning, and all his services were thorough and completed in a timely manner. Mr. Gilson explains estate p... -
3/2/17 E. Carr, Seguin, Tx - Probate client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I was well prepared by Mr. Gilson as to what I would need in this process. The service was also much quicker and better than I expected. -
2/3/17 N. Bowers, Converse, Tx - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I deeply trust Mr. Gilson and his services and question them in no way. I immediately felt very comfortable that all would be done professionally. I truly trust Mr. Gilson and his services and recommend others who seek legal services to be advised by Gilson Law Firm. -
12/6/17 M. Hashman, San Antonio, Tx - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I was able to communicate with Mr. Gilson when I needed to, and was able to obtain all information I needed. Mr. Gilson and his staff provided amazing service, and created a great professional relationship with me. Gilson Law Firm has people you can trust, and they will do all services with hones... - Mr. Gilson gave me a peace of mind when I was administering my father's trust, and the whole process went very smoothly.
- Mr. Gilson and his staff was most helpful to us, and everything was done rather quickly. The service I received was outstanding, and I recommend Mr. Gilson and his services to anyone who is seeking advice on estate planning.
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10/19/16 C. & R. Bowers, Converse, Tx Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson was outstanding and answered and assured us on all of our concerns and questions. Our documents were prepared within a week and were nearly final for review! The service we were provided was truly outstanding. -
7/11/20 R. & P. Wells, San Antonio, Tx - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson and his staff were very professional and friendly which made this process much easier. -
12/28/15 M. Bennett, San Antonio, Tx Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson was very courteous and had great communication with me throughout the entity of my affairs. Mr. Gilson and his staff were also very professional and were very easy to work with. -
12/8/15 H. Nanes, San Antonio, Tx - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Very comprehensive information was given to me regarding my legal matter, and all of my questions were answered fully and in a timely manner. All of my documents were well prepared, and ethically appropriate for the situation. Even as I was going through a very trying personal time Mr. Gilson hel... -
9/2/15 R. Frownfelter, San Antonio, Tx - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I came to Gilson Law Firm because they were close by, and they returned my call very quickly. Mr. Gilson and his staff helped me understand all that happening, and continued to inform me with new matters along the way. Mr. Gilson and his staff were also very friendly, and had great customer servi... -
8/21/20 Y. & A. Salazar, Schertz, TX - Business Owner Tx Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson has prepared our will, helped establish our Trust, and reviewed everything before being signed. He is the one I consult for all our legal issues. Mr. Gilson has always provided excellent service at a reasonable cost. I have referred several people to him, and they have been very happy ... -
2/26/20 N. Hamiter, New Bruanfels, Tx - Family law client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
I am grateful for the services I received from Gilson Law Firm. Cim Gilson and his office staff were very attentive and respectful in addressing my needs. Cim represents the commitment of the Guadalupe Radio Network and is a prime example of a servant leader who provides a gift to the community. ... -
9/22/19 L. & H. Edwards, San Antonio, Tx - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We were very happy with the estate planning documentation provided by Cim and his team. He delivered the documentation when promised, and the entire package of documents was competitively priced. I highly recommend Gilson Law Firm for anyones estate planning needs. -
7/22/19 V. & D. Monti, San Antonio, Tx - Estate Planning client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson provided superior service for my wife and me at a very reasonable price. For a reasonable fee, he provided an Estate Plan that included our Last Will and Testament, Memorandum of Personal Property, Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney & HIPPA Release, Catholic Direc... -
1/17/18 J. & M. Mungia, Schertz, Tx Recommends Cimarron Gilson
We are very pleased with the courteous and professional service we received from Cimarron Gilson and his entire staff. Legal issues were explained in a manner that was easy to understand. Appointments were also very easy to make, and were kept in a very timely manner. We highly recommend Gilson L... - Mr. Gilson helped me understand where probate worked in my state (Wyoming). He was very knowledgeable when answering my questions and even looked up what he could while we were on the phone. I recommend Mr. Gilson to anyone needing legal advice.
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8/1/18 S. Messer & D. McCoy, Live Oak, TX Recommends Cimarron Gilson
My spouse and I visited with Mr. Gilson for advice concerning real estate matters. Mr. Gilson and his entire staff were very professional and accommodating. Mr. Gilson was very thorough in his explanation about what was going to be done and why, and everything went exactly as he said it would. I ... - I hired Mr. Gilson to represent me in a State investigation. I felt I was being wrongly investigated, and Mr. Gilson reviewed and addressed all of my issues and concerns. He used his experience and knowledge to identify discrepancies within the investigation after researching the agency's own reg...
- I took my elderly mother to have her estate planning done with Mr. Gilson, and I highly recommend him. He's very professional, kind, and straight to the point. I will definitely be going back to Mr. Gilson for my own estate planning in the near future.
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6/22/21 J. & Y. Ybanez, San Antonio, TX - Estate Planning Client Recommends Cimarron Gilson
Mr. Gilson explained all the details our will would include. Overall Mr. Gilson and his staff were very professional, caring ,and friendly. Our documents were prepared very quickly, and all was done in a timely manner. - We are very thankful to be working with Cim for our Estate Planning. He answered all of our (MANY) questions and set our minds at ease! His special focus in assiting Christians with faith based medical directives was an added bonus. Thank you Cim.
- Listens, courteous, knowledgeable. Cim has always been there for us. We have complete faith in this Godly gentleman.
- The Gilson Law Firm helped us with Estate Planning and advance directives. He did a very thorough job in a safe COVID free environment.
- The Gilson Law Firm provides respectful and knowledgeable estate planning services. I highly recommend seeking out the expertise of Mr. Gilson for legal needs. Thank you to the Gilson Team!
- Mr. Gilson was very professional, and at the same time he made my husband and I feel comfortable during the appointment. He was very informative and willing to answer all of our questions.
- the Gilson Law Firm has my complete respect and appreciation for all the legal help they have provided to me this year. I highly recommend their services and feel confident that your needs will be taken care of. Many thanks again for all that you've done for my mama and me.
- Wonderful experience planning for our family's future. Mr. Gilson took the time to listen to our needs and explained what we needed to do, as well as gave us options
- I was very pleased with my interaction with Mr.Gilson and his team! They had excellent service and step-by-step instructions on what, and how, we could get my legal needs accomplished. I would recommend this firm without hesitation!
- After a struggle with various documentation, I reached out to Gilson Law Firm. From the moment i connected to Larry on the phone, i Knew I was in the right hands. He explained things in such a way I could understand, and made me feel at ease. They were able to fit me into the schedule at a time t...
- Superior support of our needs. Mr. Gilson took the time to listen to our needs to ensure we'd get the exact help we needed. A huge thanks to Mr. Gilson and his entire staff for a job well done.
- I definitely give Cim Gilson and his staff a five-star rating for excellent service and professionalism. He is very thorough and personable.