John A. Gallagher

John A. Gallagher

4.6
Rating: 5.9

Licensed for 34 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Malvern, PA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Business

5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 210, Malvern, PA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About John

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 85%

Chester County and Montgomery County Employment Lawyer. Discrimination Lawyer. Sexual Harassment Lawyer. Overtime lawyer. Unemployment Hearing Lawyer. Philadelphia Wrongful termination Lawyer. Pennsylvania Non-Compete Lawyer. Family and Medical Leave Attorney. Philadelphia Disability Lawyer. Americans With Disabilities Attorney. Unemployment Lawyer. Hostile Work Environment Lawyer. We handle all types of employment law cases Southeastern Pennsylvania. www.johnagallagher.com

34 years

85%
Business 15%

Pennsylvania Breach of Contract Lawyer. Philadelphia Non-Compete Contracts. Lawyer. If you believe that you have an oral or written contract under which you are owed money, please visit our website at www.johnagallagher.com. Our main office is in Paoli, Chester County. We also have offices in Montgomery County and Philadelphia.

34 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Gallagher Law Group, P.C.

5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 210, Malvern, PA, 19355

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John A. Gallagher's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Jo | June 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

"Speak softly and carry a big stick"

If you are looking for an attorney that can negotiate in a soft, peaceful and knowledgeable manner while simultaneously exuding the kind of strength that reveals he will not back down from a fight, then John Gallagher is the attorney for you. Since this was my first time experiencing anything like th...is, I was filled with questions, fear and anxiety. Before finding John, I sought counsel from several other attorneys that actually made me feel worse. Right from the start, John won me over with his charismatic, take charge personality. He is a true professional that cares about his clients and is willing to go the extra mile. I highly recommend John.

Posted by Pat | May 19, 2015 | Employment & Labor

I recommend John Gallagher!

John Gallagher recently represented me after being let go from my job after 13 years without any warning. John was super knowledgeable in employment law (you would be surprised about the things we do not know), he was very professional, caring and worked very hard to negotiate a good settlement for ...me and my family. John Gallagher is definitely the best in the business and I will recommend him to all my friends and family members!!!

Posted by Craig | May 12, 2015 | Contracts & Agreements

Nobody better in Employment Law issues

John helped me fight a federal non-compete lawsuit in Ohio for 4 years. It was very complicated. A friend and I were sued by the very large company that once employed us, and John came up with a great strategy. We eventually reached a fair settlement, and then won cases filed by the company that h...ired us both in Ohio and New Jersey (they did not support us in the lawsuit, and turned against us instead). John always kept us up to date, treated us fairly from a fee perspective, and won using a great strategy. I would highly recommend John to anyone with a non-compete issue. He is straightforward, smart and creative – and kept us sane during a very hard time.

Posted by Bob | May 15, 2012 | Employment & Labor

One of a kind lawyer.

This was the first time i ever hired a lawyer. When i first met John he gave me the impression he had many years of experience practicing law.He was quick to tell me the case was in my favor.The day of the hearing John reassured me everything will be alright let me do the talking you only talk when ...spoken to.I received a phone call from John's secreatary stating i won the unemployment appeal hearing.I was amazed at John's professionalism throughtout the duration of the case.

Posted by Bill G | February 20, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

He is the real deal

John is a professional in every respect He knows the law and he knows the human condition , the legal process, the needs of his client, and has the unique ability to foresee the rhythm and flow of a case to a logical conclusion. . Through his perceptive insight into the case, he was able to guide me ...and my law suit to a very acceptable end outcome . He was always coaching me on the various options that he felt would develop and as a result, when faced with decisions that required action , I was well prepared and able to discuss with John the best outcome for my case. John kept me apprised of all correspondence and was available to me for the often needed point of clarification and ..... reassurance. John Knows the law and can asses the various challenges that the opposition in this case might take. In a phrase, Smarter Wins is how I would describe what took place. John was simply put Smarter, and more dedicated than the defending attorney. His experience and insight into any case he accepts will provide a client with the confidence to carry on thus it is reassuring to a client who may loose perspective through the law suit and find themselves in the legal weeds that are always cropping up throughout a case. John became my partner in the suit both emotionally, and strategically as we worked through the various issues and disagreement foisted upon us by the defendant. Needless to say, we prevailed and my new motto for the imprint on the back of a dollar bill , is " In John I trust".

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John A. Gallagher's Lawyer Endorsements

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G. Kelley

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gallagher is very approachable when I have any employment or labor law related questions that come up. He is very knowledgable regarding this area of the law. He has a unique ability to explain these complicated concepts so that they can be understood. Given his approachability, knowledge, and communication skills, he is the go-to guy to get up to date information on labor and employment law cases."

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Hovanes Margarian

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Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Business lawyer | Sep 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Business lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Peter Hart

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Concentrates in this area of law and knows his stuff."

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Christian Lassen

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  5.9 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Suspension issued in PA, 2021

updated on 02/22/2021

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2010

Awesome Attorneys 2010, Suburban Life Main Line Magazine

2010

Readers' Choice Elite Lawyer for Workplace Issues, SmartCEO Magazine

2009

Top Employment Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine

1996

Distinguished Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

New England Scholar, New England Law School

1990

New England Law Review, New England School of Law

Work Experience

2006 - Present

President, Law Offices of John A. Gallagher

1996 - 2006

Partner, High, Swartz, Roberts & Seidel

1991 - 1996

Associate, Harvey, Pennington, Herting & Renneisen

Associations

2009 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Montgomery Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

Montgomery County Bar Association

Chairman, General Practice Committee

2007 - 2008

Montgomery County Bar Association

Chairman, Labor and Employment Law Committee

2006 - 2007

Montgomery County Bar Association

Chairman, Labor and Employment Law Committeee

2002 - 2004

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member, Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Whitman v. Proconex, Inc.

Won Court Ruling in FMLA Case

Scholly v. JMK Plastering, Inc.

Won Overtime Retaliation Case

Karedes v. Gannett Company, Inc.

Won Libel/Defamation Case

Karedes v. Colella

Won Breach of Contract Case

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Education

1991

New England Law School

Speaking Engagements

2007

Montgomery County Bar Association Annual Employment Law Seminar

Recent Developments in Employment Law

2006

Annual Employment Law Seminar

FMLA, ADA and Workers Compensation

Publications

1998

Hiring & Discharge Compliance The Equal Opportunity Statement

1998

Hiring & Discharge Compliance Paid versus Unpaid Leave

1995

Benefits and Compensation Solutions Work Related Injuries: A Legal Tarpit

1991

New England Law Review In Wake of Exxon Valdez; Murky Legal Waters of Liability and Compensation

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