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Dean R. Galigani is the owner of the Galigani Law Firm. He is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the Florida Bar Certification Board. This prestigious distinction is held by only a small number of attorneys in the state of Florida.
Alachua County criminal defense lawyer Dean Galigani has over 30 years experience and defended hundreds of clients through state and federal criminal case processes. As a board certified criminal attorney, Dean Galigani is one of the select litigators recognized as a specialist or expert in criminal defense.
Several qualifications must be met in order to receive such an esteemed certification, such as satisfying CLE (Continuing Legal Education) course and test requirements, years of participation in the field of law for which certification is sought and colleague evaluations for exceptional character, ethics and professionalism.
Defense Attorney Dean Galigani represents clients in almost every type of criminal litigation, including but not limited to DUI, domestic violence, assault and theft crimes in Gainesville. He represents clients throughout the Gainesville, Florida area including Alachua, Marion and Columbia Counties.
As a criminal defense attorney, Dean Galigani practices with dignity and dedication. He exhausts all opportunities for each case whether dealing with a small misdemeanor infraction or a more serious felony offense. Besides making an aggressive defensive strategy preparing for trial, Dean Galigani may file to dismiss a case entirely or reduce sentencing before going to trial.
When he is not pouring every effort in a case for a client's defense, Dean Galigani enjoys biking, relaxing and spending time at home with his family and dogs. He also volunteers time as a board member to the Big Brother-Big Sister of Greater Gainesville program.
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Galigani Law Firm, 317 NE 1st Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601
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Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Lawyer
Dean is a highly punctual, knowledgeable, and experienced lawyer. He was successful in helping me resolve my case in a timely manner. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing legal help.
Posted by Ana Maria | September 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Un agradecimiento sincero al Sr. Dean Galigani por sus excepcionales servicios legales
Por medio de este mensaje, mi esposo y yo deseamos expresar nuestra profunda gratitud al Sr. Dean Galigani, Galigani Law Firm, el apoyo incondicional y su asesoria legal fueron excepcionales. Nos comunicamos con el Sr. Galigani durante un momento muy delicado que involucro a nuestro hijo, en el cual ...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
There are lots of lawyers, but only one Dean Galigani
I had met with about three other lawyers before meeting with Dean Galigani. He quietly listened to my issues and then decided that he wanted to help me. He made sure that I wanted help and was capable of proceeding with getting emotional and psychological counseling. He outlined his plan and expecta...
Posted by Ashley | November 06, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Knowledge and experience
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Mr. Galigani for the past 15 years. Dean is the type of lawyer that other attorneys go to for advice. His knowledge and experience is second to none and he's handled every type of criminal case possible. If you have a criminal case in Alachua Count...
Posted by DB | July 27, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Helped save my career
Mr. Galigani aided me in reducing two felony charges, an amazing outcome! The firm not only assisted me in resolving my criminal charges he concurrently assisted me in resolving academic sanctions as well. His firm met with me and consulted with me the day I walked in. The firms staff was cour...
"I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Mr. Galigani for the past 15 years. Dean is the type of lawyer that other attorneys go to for advice. His knowledge and experience is second to none and he's handled every type of criminal case possible. If you have a criminal case in Alachua County or the surrounding areas, Mr. Galigani is the attorney you need to handle your case."
"I have known Dean for many years; he is a skilled practitioner and always makes every effort to attend to his clients and to achieve the best outcome possible in every case."
"I have known Mr. Galigani for a number of years, and endorse him. He is a hard-working, determined attorney that his clients can trust."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
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Eighth Judicial Circuit Court Judge (Nomination), Eighth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission
2011
Elected President of the Eighth Judicial Circuit Chapter, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)
2011
Eighth Judicial Circuit Court Judge (Nomination), ighth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission
2010
Eighth Judicial Circuit Court Judge (Nomination), 8th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission
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Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law, Florida Bar Certification Board
2004 - Present
Owner, Galigani Law Firm
1990 - 2004
Division Chief and Assistant Public Defender, 8th Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office
2017 - Present
Eigth Judicial Circuit bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2005 - Present
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association (EJCBA)Member
2012 - 2015
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member-Chapter Representative
2012 - 2013
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
2006 - 2006
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - 2007
Big Brothers-Big Sisters of Greater GainesvilleBoard Member
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JD - Juris Doctor
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