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Todd E. Gallinger
About Todd
Biography
Todd is the founder and principal attorney of Gallinger Law. He has a life long interest in the law, and how to use it to bring positive change for individuals and society. Todd is licensed to practice law in California and New York. He attended the University of California at Santa Barbara, where he earned a B.A. in Religious Studies, and the George Washington University Law School, where he earned a Juris Doctorate in Law, both with honors.
Since founding Gallinger Law in 2005, Todd has assisted businesses, individuals, and nonprofits with many different legal issues. This includes complex, multi-district, and international business litigation. Todd presently focuses on providing transactional services to clients to assist in achieving their business or personal goals.
Todd has also served as a nonprofit executive, management consultant, intellectual property licensing professional, and board member. He uses this diverse experience to understand the multiple aspects of clients’ legal issues or challenges, which is necessary to craft best legal solution.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
30%
21 years | 500 cases
Immigration
30%
21 years | 300 cases
Estate Planning
20%
21 years | 100 cases
Contracts and Agreements
10%
21 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-350 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Todd Gallinger, Attorney at Law
6230 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 413, Irvine, CA, 92620
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Todd E. Gallinger's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Lack of right information presented
I have asked for consultation from this called lawyer and he charged me $1,500 to process my immigration visa. Later I found out I can not obtain visa to visit my family in the US, when I asked for a refund, even though he did not spend more than 2 emails communicating basic information about my ques...
Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Forming the proper entity for my business
Thanks for the great advice, looking forward to speaking with you again in the near future.
Posted by MARK | May 12, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
EXCELLENT!
Explained everything perfectly. Professionals like Todd Eric Gallinger make the legal process understandable and a little more comfortable. Million Thanks!
Posted by Sina | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great for corporate/startup law
Our startup has been using Todd and the folks at Gallinger Law for all our corporate legal needs for the last few years, and we couldn't recommend them more highly. Todd is thoughtful, diligent, and always very reasonable with billing. If you have a small to medium sized company and need legal help, ...
Posted by Faisal Azzam | February 6, 2011
Very Highly reccomended for Immigration
Todd is one of the best attorneys I have dealt with,Todd helped me and my wife with our immigration cases. I found Todd to be very knowledgeable ,experienced and Professional. I recommended Todd to other people who needed help with the immigration. He is awesome and very reasonable.
Todd E. Gallinger's Lawyer Endorsements
"Todd is a highly capable, diligent, and friendly attorney. I have collaborated with him on a few instances and he has always carried himself at the highest degree of professionalism. I highly recommend Todd."
"Mr. Gallinger has been a close colleague and trusted friend for many years. I am very proud to endorse him for being one of our profession's most hard-working, creative and intelligent attorneys. Mr. Gallinger has time after time proven to be capable of handling business related legal matters no matter how complex the challenge may be. Keep up the good work."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Todd for many years. I have been practicing law for 18 years myself. I refer him all my business litigation. He does great work for the clients I refer him and I would enthusiastically recommend him for any business litigation matter. He is exceptionally bright and hardworking and loves his job."
"I have had the opportunity to refer legal work to Todd. He competently and efficiently handled the matter advocating for his client's best interests. Plus he's a really nice guy."
"Todd is a friend who I have had the opportunity to know since he became a lawyer. He has regularly spoken to immigrants and others about their rights. He has also worked with small businesses and charities."
"I have referred Todd to many of my clients and have received positive feedback. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Todd is an excellent attorney and a good friend. I endorse Todd's work."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rising Star - Nonprofit Law, Superlawyers
2015
Future50, USC Center for Religious and Civic Values
2013
Rising Star - Non Profit Law, SuperLawyers
2009
Community Service Award, Medinah Cultrual Center
2006
Citizen Leader, City of Aliso Viejo
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Principal Attorney, Gallinger Law
2012 - 2015
Director of Chapter Development, CAIR-National
2005 - 2005
Associate, Transnational Business Attorneys Group
Associations
2016 - Present
Progressive Interfaith AllianceDirector
2015 - Present
Muslim Bar AssociationDirector
United States Disttrict Court for the Southern District of California
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
United States Disttrict Court for the Central District of California
United States Disttrict Court for the Eastern District of California
Riverside County Bar Association
Member
2006 - 2008
Irvine Chamber of CommerceChair, Transportation and Development Committee
2006 - 2009
New Horizon Elemntary SchoolDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
L-1 for Business Manager
L-1 Visa Granted
Company v Former Manager
TPO awarded, favorable settlement for client
Complex Foreign Acquisition
Education
2017
Claremont School of Theology
MA - Masters
2005
George Washington University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Univ of California Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Get SMART - Anti-Racism Training
Being an Effective Ally
2014
National Security Symposium
NSA Surveillance
2014
2010
17th Annual World Trade Conference
Investment Visas
2009
Nonprofit Educational Seminar
Non Profit Governance 101
2007
Orange County Paralegal's Meeting
Naturalization & Immigration Delays
Publications
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InFocus News
Who owns ‘My BusinessName.com?’
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InFocus News
Your privacy online – or lack thereof
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InFocus News
Trademarks in business often overlooked
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InFocus News
The Key to Getting Your Relatives Green Cards
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InFocus News
H-1B Visa: Providing opportunities
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I amend a demurrer?
05 Jan 2011
Q&A
Is it legal for a neighbor to stare at you in your own backyard while he is in his house?
29 Nov 2010
Q&A
Can seller give Notice to Buyer to Perform when the removal of contingency is still open in the accepted offer?
05 Oct 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
How do I Prove My Marriage to Immigration? (List Format)
09 Apr 2011
Legal Guide
Who is Eligible for a Family Green Card? (Custom Format)
09 Apr 2011
Legal Guide
How To Get a K-3 and K-4 Visa (Non-Immgrant Spouse and Child)
09 Apr 2011