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 16 - 20 of 36 reviews

Posted by Elliott | June 09, 2015 | Child Support

James Michael Gallagher

I had issues with my support and parenting plan after 2008, after a few years i thought i would never be able to get on top of things again. Mike worked tirelessly on my case, and after having to take my case all the way to trial he was able to bring me current on all back support. I finally can feel... like im back on track in life. Thanks mike, I could not have done it without you, you are the best!

Posted by Becky Mach | June 03, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

CAN'T GO WRONG!

If you need a lawyer that is professional, hard working, and tells it like it is; then Mike is your guy! He and his staff go beyond the call of duty. Yes, you will have your homework to do but this gives Mike the information needed to fight your case. Basically you get what you pay for, so don't make... the mistake of hiring a lawyer that doesn't get the job done or waste your money. Hire Mike to give it to you straight. With him you can't go wrong!

Posted by Sophie | May 12, 2015

Thank you for time with my children!

He really took the time to review my case and give me a complete idea of what I could expect. He well exceeded my expectations! Thank you Mike

Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2014 | Appeals

Needs supervision

Mike is a bright guy and a lot of fun. He is easily distracted however and needs supervision. Long after our initial hearing, he called me asking if I had receicved final court papers. At this point, the deadline for appeal was long past and this ended up costing me thousands. He ended up saving ...me thousands but I largely orchestrated the settlement terms. I am a newcomer to the legal process and would have expected better service for what I was paying him. He often seemed more interested in getting to cocktail hour and was more than willing to teach the opposition attorney how to practice law on my dime. There are far better attorneys out there.

Posted by Anna | October 07, 2014

Mike is the best insurance policy you can buy!!!!!!

I am happily married but have had Mike on retainer since 2006. This helped me win several arguments with my husband. Go Mike!!!!

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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

Family lawyer

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

B. v. L

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B. v. L

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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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