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Christine Lynn Gallagher

Family Attorney at Spokane, WA

4.7   40 reviews
  • State Years
    Washington - WA 25 years
    California - CA 22 years
    Illinois - IL 24 years
  • Licensed for 25 years
    State WA
    Acquired 1998
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 22 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2001
    Status
    Inactive No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 24 years
    State IL
    Acquired 1999
    Status
    Retired No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Christine

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I believe that client driven services ensure a successful outcome.  I am committed to earning your trust and work hard to determine to the best course of action for each case.  One of my goals is to make legal proceedings as easy to understand as possible.  I am an effective advocate for my client in representing their important interests.  I never lose sight of how important each case is to each client.  I am dedicated to provide each client with excellend legal services and I am committed to earning your trust.

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Gallagher Law Office
1821 West 5th Avenue
Suite 101
Spokane, WA, 99201

Reviews

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Posted by Michael | December 23, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best in the Business
I first came across Christine Gallagher when I started researching for the absolute best divorce attorney in town. Two different firms recommended her as the best. I'd have to say that they were right. Christine is articulate, intelligent, conducts herself with integrity, but most of all, she is a warrior at heart. She won a case for me that was far from being cut and dried. I feel like she really went over and above for us, and will always be appreciative of the supreme effort she put into this. Worth every penny of the money spent! On a side note, I retained Christine ten years ago as well to represent me through a divorce that ended up being reconciled. (Should have followed through, all I did was prolong the inevitable as it turned out). Anyway, at the time of reconciliation, she returned a large sum of the retainer money to me. That was unexpected at the time, I thought we had likely burned through all of it by that point, and I never would have questioned it if she hadn't contacted me to return the remainder. That type of integrity is rare these days! If you find yourself in this terrible situation of needing a family law attorney, I do not believe that anyone better is out there, for any sum on money. She is awesome.
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Posted by anonymous | November 8, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Wonderful, personalized guidance with attention to detail
I found Christine Gallagher so wonderful to work with. I had full confidence in her knowledge and professionalism. She is very attentive to detail while always keeping the big picture and end goals in mind, all the while looking out for my best interests. She genuinely cares about her clients and was readily available to me when I had questions or concerns, even on a weekend. Christine gave me full confidence that the end resolution would be satisfactory (or better, in my case) and I never felt alone going through this difficult process of divorce. She is also a huge proponent of children and is always keeping their best interests in mind. A friend recommended Christine to me, and I will be recommending her without reservation to anyone who needs her services. Thank you Christine!
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Posted by Sierra | August 5, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Phenomenal team of attorneys
I cannot say enough positive things about Christine Gallagher and Elenor White! They are both incredibly knowledgeable, caring, dedicated and passionate attorneys, who work tirelessly for their clients. My case was extremely messy and challenging, but they dove in headfirst and never hesitated to do whatever was needed to support my case. I chose to hire Christine after a negative experience with a prior attorney, and couldn’t be happier with my choice. I chose Christine because I needed someone who would be willing to fight for me and for my children, and that is exactly what she did. Little did I know at the time that I hired her, that I would have the extremely fortune of working with a team of TWO amazing attorneys who passionately advocated for me both in and outside of the courtroom. They were excellent at communicating and kept me apprised of what was happening throughout the process. They answered all of my questions and took the time to really understand my situation and to decide how they could best support me in my case. They were honest and upfront about the realities of my situation, but were incredibly empathetic and kind as well. If you are looking for truly exceptional legal representation, Christine and Ellie are just that! I am extremely grateful to have them in my corner and cannot recommend them enough!
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Posted by Jess | July 23, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Couldn’t be happier
Christine was the best decision I made. She was on top of things, knew me and my case well and truly cared. She supported me and my positions and was honest about what to expect. I would recommend her to anyone!
Posted by Stephanie | July 23, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Amazing and Professional!
I am grateful and thankful to have found such a passionate, dedicated and professional lawyer. Christine and her team were wonderful to work with. She listened to my concerns and took action immediately. She kept me updated throughout the process until everything was taken care of. Christine fights for you in the most professional manner! I highly recommend Christine to anyone looking for an attorney. You cant go wrong with this woman and her team!! Amazing lawyer!!
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Posted by Christy | July 14, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Christine was fabulous!
Christine prevented me from making a couple of potentially costly mistakes with my complicated divorce that included moves across state boundaries. I’m grateful she was honest with me in what the consequences might be and helped me make informed decisions in my best interest and what was best for my kids.
Posted by Margaret | April 1, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional, Considerate, and Grounded
From the first day of my separation with my partner and the beginning of our custody journey, Christine was a lifeline for me. She was realistic, reasonable, and she always let me know the facts of the situation. I was always given the information I requested in a timely manner and even when I had stressful moments, the office was there for me, answering my many calls and concerns. I felt that I had a clear understanding of not just my case, but of the custody system within Spokane County and how it had an effect on my specific circumstances with my son. Christine is an experienced professional and a choice that I am thankful for and remember everyday when I'm with my son. Her paralegal, Rachel, was an absolute hero for me. These women were and are tireless advocates. I consistently share Christine's name with people here now and cannot recommend her highly enough.
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Posted by George | January 25, 2021
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Experienced, efficient, skilled and caring!
I could not have hired better representation. Being a former attorney myself, I am familiar enough with the spectrum of talent out there and Christine is simply top-notch. Look no further. If she decides to take your case, be assured you have the best family-law attorney in town. My ex had left town and relocated 2+ hours away with our beautiful 9mo son after struggling with months of severe depression. She refused visitation and her goal was to simply get rid of me, broke and with no plan to care of our son appropriately. I was devastated. Hiring Christine was the best thing I could have done. In a matter of days, we had an emergency hearing -even amongst COVID -and I had temporary orders in place to see my son. In the ensuing months, she was there every step of the way through two more hearings, each time gaining ground for us. I was able to maintain regular visitation with my son several times a month and was grateful. Every detail was addressed by Christine and her staff and nothing was left to chance. My ex refused to communicate or mediate and forced us into a trial. To be honest, I was somewhat cynical of the process going in, especially since my ex had relocated. She had since moved in with her parents and admittedly created a stable home for herself. I expected only to keep what I had gained in our hearings, or with luck pick up some more visitation. I thought my child support would probably increase a bit. I was wrong. Christine completely dominated our short trial and NAILED IT! I was granted full joint custody (shared parenting) 50/50 right down the middle. We got absolutely everything we asked for, and then some. My child support was even adjusted dramatically downward due to a true shared parenting plan. My now 18mo son is spending his first full week at home with me and it is simply amazing. He is loving every moment of it. Thank you Christine!
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Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2021
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Amazing
Christine was always on top of everything when she worked with me and always had my best interest. She always was honest with me and was always doing what was best for me even if she did not benefit from it. I would recommend her to anyone she is truly one of the best attorneys in Spokane. I couldn’t thank her enough for what’s she has done for me and my family.
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Posted by Joanna | October 29, 2020
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Exceptional!
Christine and her staff were incredibly helpful walking me through a process I was unfamiliar with, very considerate of my time and advocated fiercely on my behalf. I am truly so thankful to have found Christine!
Posted by Angela | September 28, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
She's a fighter
I previously had an attorney who pretty much destroyed me and my case then I was referred to Christine by friend. I was scared at 1st because I have already paid so much money but the minute I met Christine I knew I was in good hands. Her and Rachel both communicate very well any questions I have get answered right away. My case is a little harder due to the other side manipulating lying and taken advantage of others. Christine will fight no questions asked. She sticks to the point and the law. I had money sitting in my account and when it was time we used it she did not just take my money she used it for what it was for and sent me invoices every month. I will recommend Christine to anyone she is amazing, strong, brave and powerful.
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Posted by Michelle | September 3, 2020
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Helped me to achieve what I needed and was amazing!
I would describe Christine as ethical, fair, honest, caring and strong. Which these days is difficult to find in an attorney. I cannot tell you how lucky I am that I found Christine! She was a bulldog in my defense while also holding my hand through the tough parts. Not only did I use her for my divorce but also my child support hearings, and plan to use her until my kids are out of the house. She does her due diligence and works harder than most to help you through the process. I could not recommend someone without having faith that they did their best and with her she went over and above to help. Thank you Christine, you are amazing!
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Posted by Jordyn | March 10, 2020
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Just stop looking and hire Christine
I’m sure you’re reading this review after scouring the internet searching for a good family law attorney. Well I’m telling you to stop, and just call Christine Gallagher. I hired Christine for my parenting plan case and my child support modification; and she was helpful, responsive, and most importantly got me what I wanted on both. And if you are familiar with law at all, you know a good lawyer can be ruined if they have a terrible paralegal; and Christine’s paralegal Rachel is down right fabulous. Rachel is very knowledgeable and kind. You seriously will not find a better team. I would recommend them over and over again.
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Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2020
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| Consulted Attorney
Guidance and Counsel at a much needed time
It goes without saying, but I will...divorce sucks. Especially when the parties are not communicating or able to work together for resolution. Christine provided excellent guidance and advice throughout the entire process. I am actually content with the settlement, as is my ex-wife, which is rare. This is primarily due to Christine's experience, intuition, and expert knowledge of the divorce process. Of note, her rates are extremely fair. Not once did I feel like she was overcharging. I'm not getting married or divorced again, but if I find myself in that situation or any other situation that requires an excellent family law attorney, I won't hesitate to hire her again.
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Posted by Patrick | January 28, 2020
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Look no further
Christine has been amazing! Seriously, I've had other representation in the past and she is worth every penny!! I couldn't be happier with her and the whole process from consultation to representation with results! My only regret is not finding her sooner!
Posted by Tom | December 11, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
I couldn't have asked for a better attorney.
Christine has been amazing from the start! I hired Christine to represent me through a difficult divorce and she is now still representing me through an even more difficult custody case. She and Rachel (her paralegal) have always been kind, compassionate, understanding and have taken the time to explain everything to me every step of the way. They respond to my calls and emails and answer my questions very quickly. They are both very knowledgeable of the law and the entire legal process. Christine has always been honest with me and has prepared me for what may happen next with each hearing even when it wasn't what I wanted to hear. She has never filled me with false hope or empty promises but has fought hard for me since the day that I became her client. I am very thankful that Christine took my case and that she is my attorney.
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Posted by Hayden | December 11, 2019
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Amazing Attorney
Christine and her staff are exceptional at what they do. I have worked with her for over two years through my ongoing divorce and custody issues and she is always supportive, professional, extremely prompt with her response time, and gives excellent advice. Her staff is equally as helpful. We had to go to court on multiple occasions and she was always thoroughly prepared and brought her A game and every hearing we went to was successful. I would recommend Christine to anyone dealing with a family law issue and have done just that, I have had friends hire her also. She is an excellent attorney.
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Posted by Greg | August 21, 2019
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Exceptional Attorney Under Uncommon Circumstances
Ms. Gallagher (Christine) was the 2nd attorney I hired to handle an increasingly difficult divorce case. Unusually, because my home is now in North Carolina as opposed to Spokane, WA, Christine took my case after a telephone call, with no face-to-face meeting. She indicated that she only takes cases she feels provide an opportunity to serve-- she is not interested in representing those with frivolous claims unsupported by facts. She is a true champion for those she feels are, largely, "in the right...." Her overall consultation, representation in interim hearings, support at mediation, paralegal support and overall legal (and "friendly") advise was truly exceptional. And she did this all in the absence of EVER meeting me, never insisting that I be in her presence or "on-site," and flexing based on my unusual business needs and extreme across-country distance. Christine is trustworthy and a fighter; she is serious, but comes across with a likable, sometimes raw, ease. She is both well informed and well prepared. She is unafraid to challenge her counterparts-- steadfast with her facts. She knows when to "drive the bus," and when to "let you drive;" an unusual but strong characteristic for a legal counsellor. I was able to conclude my divorce in mediation-- what I believed was a very successful outcome. She was calm, collected, respectful but forthright with the mediator and our negotiating position. In sum, I left mediation with a far better deal than any other formal or informal negotiated settlement attempted over NEARLY TWO YEARS. In closing, Christine threw me the life preserver when my prior attorney was not performing. Christine believed in me, and I truly believe in her, and I can unequivocally recommend her as your first and LAST attorney for your divorce case.
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Posted by PH | August 18, 2019
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Christine knows her business
I went to see Christine for a child support/custody issue after trying to do the process myself. Christine took all the ends and incompletes and did her magic. Everything was done in a timely manner and she presented me with some options I hadn’t thought to include. She kept me up to date on my case status and provided me itemized updates on billing charges. Her staff was extremely professional as well. I would use Christine again, without hesitation, for any family law issues. She’s awesome!
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Posted by Andy | June 19, 2019
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Outstanding in family law
I hired Christine after she was highly recommended to me by another attorney. I am extremely grateful for that guidance as Christine’s council was excellent. My case was a child support modification that drug out for a year because of the opposing party’s delays and dishonesty. Christine did a great job sorting through the discrepancies presented by the other party as well as clearly exhibiting the complexities of my pay as an airline pilot. The results of my case far outweighed anything I could’ve imagined and I attribute that to Christine’s knowledge and skill in weighing out what’s most important in a case and clear presentation. She is a perfect blend of even keel and no nonsense. On top of her expertise, Christine has an excellent paralegal, Rachel, who is also very skilled and readily available when needed. Lastly, Christine’s rates are very affordable and fair. I will definitely be using Christine in the future and personally recommending her to others.
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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 300-325 per hour
  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.8 (Excellent)

Education

  • Gonzaga University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1998
  • California State University, Chico
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1995

Associations

  • Solo and Small Practice Section
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • Washington Women Lawyers (Spokane County chapter)
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • Spokane County Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Washington State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1998 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Certificate of Recognition and Appreciation
  • Spokane County Bar Association Family Law Section
  • 2011

Attorney endorsements

Received (7)
Given (6)
Endorse Christine
Family Attorney | Jul 27
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. She is phenomenal and poised. She genuinely cares about her clients and is passionate about her cases and the law. She knows her stuff and is amazing at what she does."
Family Attorney | Sep 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Christine is a classy and skilled attorney. She advocates for her clients in a professionally aggressive manner. I refer clients to her with confidence."
Family Attorney | Aug 01
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Christine "gets it" as an attorney. She never loses sight of her client's best interest, and will always work to see things through to the best result possible. She is caring, tough and fair - a great combination."
Family Attorney | Jun 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear that Christine cares deeply about what she does, and her clients have the benefit of a lawyer who doesn't treat them like a job. She is a strong advocate who gives 100%."
Family Attorney | Sep 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the pleasure of working with Chistine on several matters over the last few years, and she is always professional, agressive, yet courteous, and exhibits compassion for her clients. I highly recommend Christine Gallagher for handling any issues related to family law in the Spokane area."
Family Attorney | Sep 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Christine Gallagher combines professionalism and ethics with her understanding of the difficult and trying situations in which her clients often find themselves. She truly serves her clients well."
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Spokane Family Lawyer Christine Lynn Gallagher
Christine Lynn Gallagher
Family Attorney
Spokane, WA
Licensed for 25 years