Amanda Morris Gallivan

Amanda Morris Gallivan

also known as Mandy Gallivan

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Greenville, SC
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

420 E. Park Avenue, Ste. 301, Greenville, SC

About Amanda

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 17 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Christophillis & Gallivan, P.A.

420 E. Park Avenue, Ste. 301, Greenville, SC, 29601-2159

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Amanda Morris Gallivan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (5)
4 star (0)
3 star (1)
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Posted by Summer | May 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Cannot Recommend

I have waited and thought about this before writing. I am glad that others found Ms Gallivan to be helpful. My experience started out fine. I needed a custody agreement for my daughter with my ex who I was never married to. I want to say first and foremost that all the staff and Amanda's paralegal we...re absolutely excellent. I'll keep it short- I had to ask and push for Amanda to go to bat for me. 30 minute meeting? charged an hour. this happened over and over and I get it but all the emails and phone calls and backend requirements I was charged for too I felt like she padded her hours with me. I wouldn't have cared a bit if she was doing her job. She seemed to take the lead from opposing counsel. When I asked "Why doesn't he have to show his full financials but I did?" I was met with annoyance. "won't make much difference and you might end up with less" My child support is going to be reduced after our daughter is out of school- which I pay for. He gets to claim her on his taxes, and I asked if I was entitled to back child support because he had been paying me much less than the state deemed fair for over two years and it had put me in serious financial strain. "You're not entitled to anything but I guess I can ask" I felt like Amanda wasn't on my side- I don't know why and I don't care anymore. I paid a lot of money for a mediocre agreement. I emailed her five days ago asking for 30 minutes of her time because my co parent isn't following our agreement and she hasn't even bothered to respond. I am so deflated and felt defeated.

Posted by Philip | March 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Elite and Ethical Attorney

Amanda handled my extremely difficult custody dispute and divorce. I was beyond impressed with her resolve in the face of adversity, her commitment to ethical legal strategies, and her advocacy for me as her client. During the most difficult time in my life, Amanda was more than an attorney for me an...d my daughter. She was present, dedicated, and driven towards what was right, not just what I wanted. Her ability to navigate the high emotions involved in the case while maintaining her composure was beyond impressive. For men especially, having someone like Amanda on your side is the best decision one can make. I'm extremely grateful and blessed that Amanda represented me. One of the most advanced attorneys in South Carolina that actually cares about her clients.

Posted by A. G. | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She goes the extra mile

Amanda Gallivan handled my custody battle and my divorce. I spoke with a couple other lawyers before I found her, and I am extremely satisfied. Amanda listened and documented all the details of my situation, and then went the extra mile to prove my case in court. She was not willing to settle for any...thing less than what my children and I deserved. She is wonderful, and I am forever grateful!

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amanda Gallivan—elite legal counsel!

Amanda is an elite divorce lawyer who was brilliant at listening to my opinions and formulating on-point legal counsel. Her vast experience in the courtroom was clearly evident as she presented my case with artful navigation, bold conviction and consummate professionalism and integrity! As you can i...magine, going through a divorce is immensely sensitive, arduous and emotionally draining. Amanda Gallivan was exceptionally responsive and proactive throughout every phase of the process. I’m truly grateful to have had her and her team in my corner!

Posted by Amanda Warlick | January 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best in Greenville area

Amanda handled my divorce. My divorce was a complex and difficult divorce. She handled it with grace, patience, and wisdom. She and her staff are understanding and are willing to walk through one of the most difficult events in one's life. I can not recommend her enough. She is the best!

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Amanda Morris Gallivan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Ezell

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dustin Dow

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Christophillis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Christophillis

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Mobley

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Elliott

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Thomas Mobley

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Rising Stars Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Client Champion Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Rising Stars Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine

2017

Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine

2017

Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine

2016

Legal Elite in Family Law, Greenville Business Magazine

2015

Legal Elite in Family Law, Greenville Business Magazine

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Christophillis & Gallivan, P.A.

2009 - 2012

Assistant Solicitor, Seventh Circuit Solicitors Office

2008 - 2009

Judicial Law Clerk, South Carolina Judicial Department

Associations

2018 - Present

South Carolina Women Lawyers Association

2018 - Present

Junior League of Greenville

Sustainer

2014 - Present

South Carolina Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

Greenville County Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2018

Junior League of Greenville

Member, Community Impact Co-Ordinator

Education

2008

University of South Carolina School of Law

2005

University of South Carolina-Columbia

Speaking Engagements

2020

End of Year CLE

Sustain or Overrule

2018

Greenville County Bar Association, CLE Committee

Parenting and Practicing CLE

Languages

English

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