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Thomas Francis Gallagher

also known as Thomas F. Gallagher, Tom Gallagher
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Avvo Rating8.4
  • San Diego, CA
  • Licensed for 14 years
  • Free consultation
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About Thomas

I am a litigator that believes in fairness and understanding to my client's individual or business needs.  I investigate each case from as many angles as possible to evaluate risk, client objectives and the time and cost involved to achieve the best individually-tailored result in each of my cases.

Practice areas

Contracts and agreementsPersonal injuryBusiness
  1. Business: 50%

    15 years, 25 cases

  2. Personal injury: 40%

    15 years, 15 cases

  3. Contracts and agreements: 10%

    15 years, 75 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish

Photos and videos

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Contact

GALLAGHER KRICH, APC

964 5th Avenue
Suite 202
San Diego, CA, 92101

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    CAActive200602/06/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers3
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Top AttorneySan Diego Daily Transcript2015
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyGALLAGHER KRICH APC2008 - Present
    Associate AttorneyBarton H. Hegeler, APC2006 - 2008
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Irish American Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
    U.S. District Court Southern District of CaliforniaMember2010 - Present
    NATIVE AMERICAN LAWYERS ASSOCIATIONMember2009 - Present
    State Bar of CaliforniaMember2006 - Present
    Public Justice FoundationN/AN/A
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    California Western Law JournalAmerican Indian Gaming Regulations development of Indian Gaming Rights Act2005
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    California Western SOLJD - Juris Doctor2006
    Guilford Collundergraduate2001
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Moot Court Negotiation competiitonNegotiation judge/speaker2016
    California Western SOL conferenceYoung lawyers and solo practice2009
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Company confidential v. Company ConfidentailSettlement
    Company confidential v. Company Confidentail$700K+
    $344,880 San Diego Superior CourtJudgment for Plaintiff
    $240,000 arbitration awardSettlement
    Teal v. JavaheriSettlement

    Reviews

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    Excellent lawyer with very honest and candidate

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    Worked with Tom dealing with a possible Real Estate scam artist. He engaged was able to get things under control before handing the real estate specialist. Very much appreciate his business approach and customer service. Very happy to his ability and approach. One lawyer bill I was happy to pay.

    Great Business Attorney/Group

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    Excellent attorney. I would highly recommend Mr. Gallagher and Gallagher & Krich, APC. We had a business case that we needed help and guidance on and they were extremely helpful and guided us in the right direction the whole way through. The case is over and I would definitely contact them again for our business and personal needs. Thanks guys!

    Experienced & Trustworthy

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    As a new entrepreneur with limited contract experience it was a pleasure working with Mr. Gallagher and his colleague Mr. Krich. From the very beginning of contract negotiation to a signed agreement, Tom & Troy provided timely responses to millions of questions while guiding me in the right direction. I'm looking forward to working with Mr. Gallagher on future contracts.

    Got my case handled very quickly

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    I had an insurance case that had dragged on for many months, and as soon as it got turned over to Tom Gallagher it was closed outside of court within 10 days. He charged a fair fee for the work and got the job done fast which allowed me to recover almost all of my money. I'd definitely recommend him to anyone seeking his services.

    Attorney Thomas Gallagher- Excellent Legal Representation

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    Attorney Thomas Gallagher has assisted my firm with several matters and has always delivered outstanding service and results. We recently had one of our competitors attempt to defame our firm in public and with some of our clients. Attorney Gallagher was able to step in right away to force our competition to cease such activities.

    Highly recommend Mr. Gallagher

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    Mr. Gallagher helped us with a landlord/tenant issue. We felt our lease agreement was not binding since many parts of the 'agreement' were made verbally or after the lease was signed. When those agreements were not followed through, we sought to end our relationship with the other party. Mr. Gallagher was thoughtful and respectful of our situation. Most importantly, he was honest and forthright with information that was helpful to us when we were trying to decide how to proceed with our case. Mr. Gallagher laid out our options and potential outcomes without bias. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.

    Honest, Reliable, Affordable

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    Tom has taken care of a few personal matters, and business transactions for me. All of my dealings with him have been to the highest standard. Tom has a way of explaining legal jargon in a way that the average person can grasp it. He guides but doesn't push when it comes to decision making. Also, his billing practices are alway completely transparent, so you know what your costs will be before you enter into a legal dispute. I would give Tom Gallagher my highest recommendation.

    Intelligent & Organized Attorney

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    Thomas Gallagher is an excellent attorney with extremely reasonable rates. He rapidly responds to all of my concerns through various forms of communication and is very patient at explaining details of subject matters I do not understand. I own and operate several companies and his involvement has helped me to avoid tricky legalese that larger corporations often include in contracts. I can rely on Mr. Gallagher to come through for me on any given occasion and would most definitely recommend his services to anyone inquiring.

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    Samuel Salom, Litigation Attorney on Mar 1, 2017
    Relationship: Worked for lawyer

    I endorse Mr. Gallagher. He is an exceptional litigator and well-respected attorney in the legal community. Mr. Gallagher has wide-ranging civil litigation experience and excels in navigating complex legal matters.

    Joshua Braddock, Business Attorney on Aug 24, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Thomas Gallagher is one of the best attorneys in his practice area. Dedicated to his clients, Tom works tirelessly to ensure each and every client receives unparalleled representation. I recommend him without hesitation to anyone in need of his services.

    Matthew Law, Business Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Tom is qualified, professional and provides a high degree of commitment and experience to the clients he represents.

    Steven Wedeking, Business Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Tom does a great job for his clients. Tom and I have been opposing counsel on cases and he has represented his clients well. I have also referred clients to Tom and they have been happy. Tom has also referred clients to me - which shows that he knows when he should take a case and when he should refer a case to someone more suited for the case/client.

    Steven Bronson, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Jan 31, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Mr. Gallagher for a number of years and I have worked closely with Mr. Gallagher on litigation involving complex Option ARM loan mortgage contracts. His understanding of complex legal situations and contracts is impeccable. An astute legal mind combined with the highest standards of integrity make Tom an excellent choice to hire as your attorney.

    Thomas Robertson, Litigation Attorney on Aug 2, 2011
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I refer clients to Tom with peace of mind. His experience as a mediator infuses his litigation practice with a holistic perspective. He understands how personalities and human nature can hinder, or facilitate, resolution of a case. A rare gift. In addition, Tom is a great communicator and fierce advocate. Specifically, Tom listens to his clients, internalizes their personal goals in the case, and then seeks to achieve the best result tailored to the client's personal goals. It sounds simple, but it is not a common practice in today's legal world. I recommend Tom Gallagher without reservation.

    Melissa Bobrow, Business Attorney on Mar 1, 2011
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I have referred several clients to Tom and all of them have been more than happy with their results. From wills to contracts, to mediation and trial, Tom works non-stop to make sure his clients needs are met.

    Cost

    RATES
    • Hourly Rates$295-$395/hour
    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
      15 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
      33%-40%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card