James Michael Gallagher

James Michael Gallagher

also known as J. Michael Gallagher

4.3
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 43 years

Family Lawyer at Monroe, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

1203 West Main, Monroe, WA

About James

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 36 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1989

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 43 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Location

J. Michael Gallagher Attorney at Law

1203 West Main, Monroe, WA, 98272

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James Michael Gallagher's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Shawn | May 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A stand up for YOUR rights kind of attorney!

With many years of experience, an excellent knowledge of the laws, and a witty and positive attitude to help keep me at ease during the stressful times while dealing with my ex, I recommend J. Michael Gallagher to my friends, family, and anyone having to suffer through a divorce. Without knowing m...y rights, I would have really lost out on time with my three kids. Mike and his staff have been reliable, helpful, steadfast and very understanding each time I've used Mike as my attorney. I am always very thankful to have Mike on my side.

Posted by Rick | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I have used Mike Gallagher's services twice and I would use him again

I hired Mike in 2003 and again in 2010 and I am extremely pleased with the results I got from Mike and his staff for my divorce and custody/parenting plan. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again. He gets results!

Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

I recommend him ....He gets the job done right!

I have used Michael Gallagher as my attorney for Divorce. We were able to quickly get divorced in 91 days, which is exactly what we wanted. Gallagher is very precise and doesn't waste time. You get what you pay for, this guy follows through. you will not be disappointed with Gallagher. So if you ne...ed an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Posted by Larry | August 28, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Past client of J Michael's

Mr. Gallagher helped me with my divorce. I believe he did a good job. when I panic, he explained about it all and gave me hope. He and his team guided me thru the difficult process. I highly recommend him.

Posted by David | August 23, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Good Trial Lawyer

I felt my divorce dragged on longer than it needed to, but most of that wasn't Mr. Gallagher's fault. I was asked to supply a whole litany of information which was never used, but had we gone to trial I know we would have been better prepared. I never had any doubts about who had the better lawyer, ...& that was a comfort. My only misgiving was that since we both wanted this divorce & there were no kids involved; one would have thought we could have scheduled an arbitration sooner, since everything was pretty much decided there.

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James Michael Gallagher's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel McCormick

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mike is an aggressive attorney who has no reservations about taking the action needed to get the results you want. I endorse this lawyer."

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Anna Goykhman Alexander

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael fights aggressively for his clients in court. They have a powerful advocate in their corner when he is at their side."

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Daniel McCormick

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Pro Bono, WSBA

Work Experience

1985 - 1985

Caucus attorney, Washington State Legislature

1980 - 1984

Assistant Attorney General, Washington State Attorney General Office

Associations

1989 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1989 - Present

US Supreme Court Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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Education

1982

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Washington and Lee University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2011

Cookbook The Alcoholic's Cookbook

2011

book She is Not Your Friend - 15th Anniversary Edition

1996

Book She is not Your Friend--A Man's Guide to Understanding Women

Languages

English

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