About Patricia A.

Patricia A. Gilley is a attorney based in Shreveport, Louisiana, with nearly five decades of legal experience. She has been a member of the Louisiana State Bar since 1977. Her practice encompasses many civil matters, including civil rights cases, personal injury, and family law.

She has also served as a part-time conflicts attorney for the Caddo Parish Public Defender Board, gaining valuable courtroom experience. In 1986, Patricia and her husband, Harold Gilley, relocated to Shreveport after his transfer to Barksdale Air Force Base. They established their own law firm, focusing initially on civil practice and gradually expanding their clientele through the Shreveport Bar Association’s attorney referral service and referrals from local attorneys. Patricia earned her Juris Doctor from the Paul M.

Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Illinois College of Law. Throughout her career, Patricia has been committed to serving her community. She has been involved in various local organizations and has provided pro bono legal services to those in need.

Her dedication to the legal profession and her clients has earned her a reputation for integrity and professionalism. As of February 2026, Patricia continues to practice law in Shreveport, offering her experience and knowledge to clients across Louisiana.

Education

Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University

J.D.

University of Illinois College of Law

B.A.

Accepted Jurisdictions

Louisiana

Court Admissions

Louisiana Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1977

Types of Cases Handled

civil rights personal injury family law

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Appeals

Office Locations

Main Office

 820 Jordan St. Ste. 206 Shreveport LA 71101