Andrew Ronald Gillin

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Andrew Ronald Gillin

also known as Andy Gillin

5.0
16 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 56 years

Car accident Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents

1625 The Alameda, #511, San Jose, CA

About Andrew

Biography

Andrew Gillin is one of California's preeminent auto accident and personal injury attorneys.

Andrew Gillin is one of California's preeminent auto accident and personal injury attorneys.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Car Accident 100%

45 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2013 2012
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 56 years

State: California

Acquired: 1970

Active

No misconduct found

Location

GJEL Accident Attorneys

1625 The Alameda, #511, San Jose, CA, 95126

gjel.com/firm/andy.html

Online Presence

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Andrew Ronald Gillin's Reviews

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Posted by Fred | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Death

Car accident

My wife was fatally injured in an auto accident. I went to Andrew Gillin for help in establishing responsibility for the accident and securing some compensation for my family and me. Andy was very thorough in ordering an investigation which established fault. He listened sympathetically to my wish...es, securing a settlement that was 100% satisfactory to me. At all times during the process he was available to answer my concerns, and to take care of problems that would have been very bothersome to me. Many, many thanks to Andy Gillin. I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Greg | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great Lawyer

I was a passenger and involved in a head on vehicle collision. Andy insisted that I go to his spine specialist for an evaluation. They discovered a herniated disc in my lower back and spearheaded the rehabilitation process. As a self employed person, the legal issues were challenging as well. At the ...end of the day, I received full compensation from both insurance agencies. I was very please with how Andy and his colleagues handled my case.

Posted by Judith | January 01, 2013 | Insurance

Trustworthy and Kind

In a difficult situation Andrew Gillin fought long and hard to assure that the Health Insurance company involved did not take all of my settlement money. This was a ridiculously hard case because the defendant was under insured and my medical expenses were very high.

Posted by Simma | September 11, 2012 | Personal Injury

This is the only law office you need to call.

I was hit, by a car and run over in a cross-walk which left me unable to work for almost a year. My foot was crushed, and I had broken bones in my right wrist. The day after I called Andy Gillin, his investigator came to see me. I've known other people who were in accidents who had to either wait da...ys to talk to an attorney, and had to figure out how to get to the law office. Andy and Jim Larsen took care of all of my legal needs, answered every question, no matter how trivial, and made me feel taken care of. Being in an accident and losing income is very stressful and takes an emotional toll. No matter how stressed I sounded, or impatient I was ,or even demanding at times, they remained patient, helpful,, and made sure I got what I needed to recover. I never felt like I was infringing on their time, or interrupting their other work. They also negotiated the best settlement possible for my circumstances. Although my case may not have been the most lucrative for them, both Andy and Jim made me feel like I was their most important client. I would also like to add that everyone in their office particularly their assistants and receptionist were wonderful and responsive. My case was not the exception. I had referred another friend who had recently had a negative experience with another attorney regarding a medical lawsuit. She had the same more than positive opinion with Andy and Jim. They are experienced, knowledgable experts, who stand up for their clients.

Posted by Anthony | August 02, 2012

Very hard working and loyal attorney.

Andy got me and my family thru this process very fast and helpful. Anytime I needed answers or something to get me by he and his team didn't leave me in the dirt or hanging. This accident set me back a whole lot but if it wasn't for my attorneys I wouldn't have made it thru this.

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Fulvio Picerno

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy Gillin is an experienced and competent personal injury attorney. He is resourceful, compassionate and gives true meaning to the word “personal” in the practice of personal injury law."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney. Highly recommended."

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Howard Roitman

Car accident lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Nunes

Car accident lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gillin exhibits the highest integrity in the legal profession. He is always willing to find time to share his extensive experience with other lawyers in the community. He truly cares about his clients and the profession."

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Scott Righthand

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Andy Gillin for many years. He does excellent work and vigorously represents his clients in serious and complex cases. He is also a wonderful guy and gentleman to work with."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2018

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2015

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2014

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2013

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2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2010

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2010

Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2009

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2008

Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2008

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2007

Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

2007

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2006

Super Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers

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Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, State Bar of California

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AV-Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1971 - Present

Managing Partner, GJEL Accident Attorneys

Associations

Bar Association of San Francisco

Member

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Member

California Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Association of Business Trial Lawyers (Northern California chapter)

Member

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

San Francisco Patent & Trademark Law Association

Member

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1968

University of Chicago Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1965

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1994

Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association

Settlement Strategies in Civil Litigation

1993

Barristers Club

Handling Catastrophic Injury and Wrongful Death Cases

1993

California Trial Lawyers Association

Handling The Major Case: The First 100 Days

1993

Association of Business Trial Lawyers Settlement Judiciary Conference

Settlement Judiciary Conference

N/A

Women Lawyers of Alameda County

Civil Litigation

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Unknown

Litigation

N/A

California Trial Lawyers Association

Civil Litigation

N/A

California State Bar Association Education Institute

Civil Litigation

N/A

California Continuing Education of the Bar

Civil Litigation

N/A

Alameda-Contra Costa County Trial Lawyers Association

Civil Litigation

Publications

2010

California Lawyer Magazine The First 100 Days

1993

California Trial Lawyers Syllabus Handling the Major Case: The First 100 Days

1992

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) California Government Tort Liability Practice

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Andrew earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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