Rowena Gargalicana is a civil litigator specializing in real estate and family law matters. Rowena has represented individuals in lawsuits in both state and federal courts, as well as in investigations by government agencies. She has the unique experience of having represented plaintiffs and defendants which allows her to appreciate a 360º view of a particular conflict.
This experience led Rowena to develop a family law mediation practice to assist parties with resolving custody, visitation, support and property division issues economically.
Before forming G/G, LLP, Rowena represented plaintiffs in civil rights actions, including disability access discrimination and employment discrimination in individual and class action lawsuits against governmental and private entities and public corporations.
She was part of the legal teams that litigated against corporation and state entities, such as Macy’s, Target, the State of California of San Francisco, FedEx and UPS, on behalf of customers, employees and the general public to enforce their civil rights for equal access or against discrimination of employees with disabilities.
Rowena has been volunteering in her community since the age of 16. Her volunteer activities span working in the pediatric ward at the San Joaquin Valley Hospital, fundraising on behalf of Leukemia research, mentoring young lawyers, providing advice at legal clinics, and serving on the boards of community and legal organizations.
If not law, then triathlons. Rowena is a long-time endurance athlete having moved on from marathons to triathlons. Her bikes are fixtures at the law office.
Practice areas
Family Law: Divorce, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, prenuptial/postnuptial agreements, enforcement of judgments, mediation and domestic violence.
25 years
General business transactions and litigation, including corporation/entity formation.
25 years
Landlord/Tenant litigation, including unlawful detainers, forcible entry/detainer, wrongful eviction, habitability, waste and discrimination.
25 years
Real estate transactions and litigation, including purchase/sale contracts, co-ownership and equity share agreements, breach of fiduciary duty, non-disclosure, easements, encroachments, partition, quiet title, construction defects, promissory notes, and representation of homeowner associations.
25 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1997 | 06/20/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2017 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2016 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner/Attorney | Gargalicana/Graceffa, LLP | 2006 - Present |
Staff Attorney | Tour-Sarkissian Law Offices | 2001 - 2005 |
Staff Attorney | The Dolan Law Firm | 2000 - 2001 |
Staff Attorney--William Brocket Fellow | Disability Rights Advocates | 1998 - 2000 |
Employment Specialist | Center for Independent Living | 1997 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) | San Francisco Leadership Council Member | 2010 - Present |
Alameda County Bar Association, Fee Arbitration Panel | Volunteer Fee Arbitrator | 2009 - Present |
Alameda County Bar Association, Fee Arbitration Governing Committee | Committee Member | 2008 - Present |
National LGBT Bar Association | Board Member | 2008 - 2010 |
Alameda County Bar Association | Board of Directors--Member | 2008 - 2014 |
Pacific Center for Human Growth | Board Member | 2007 - 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of San Francisco School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
University of California - Los Angeles | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
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Maya Grey, Family Attorney on May 13, 2020
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Rowena and I worked together in an emotionally-charged divorce case. She was professional and responsive throughout the case and it was a pleasure working with her.
John Richards, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rowena's a bright star in our community.
Maya Grey, Family Attorney on May 13, 2020
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Rowena and I worked together in an emotionally-charged divorce case. She was professional and responsive throughout the case and it was a pleasure working with her.
John Richards, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rowena's a bright star in our community.
Karine Bohbot, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of having Rowena as not only a colleague I feel secure in referring individuals to, but as a dear friend. Rowena is the consumate professional and advocate for her clients. She is detail oriented and truly works for the best interest of her clients. I fully endorse and highly recommend Rowena in her area of expertise!
Tali Buchman, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Henry Lewis, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rowena is a knowledgeable, compassionate and skilled attorney. I highly endorse her.
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