team-member

James Gallagher

Monroe, WA

Licensed for 39 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I'm Mike Gallagher, give me a call if you need help.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

J. Michael Gallagher Attorney at Law1203 West MainMonroe, WA, 98272

Office: (206) 823-3893

Website: N/A

Reviews

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!

Jim
April 26, 2018

It was a long and challenging journey. Mike is smart and professionally aggressive and represented me well both in and out of the courtroom. He understands the father in the divorce and I have the time with my two little daughters that I deserve. Thank you Mike for all you did for me and my daughters.

Kriss
January 5, 2018

I hired Mr Gallagher to represent me in my divorce and I would most definitely recommend him. He is very effective and genuinely cares about the kids. The reason I hired him in the first place was because a close friend of my mine hired him to represent her in a really ugly divorce and Mike very much delivered and she was able to keep full custody of her kids even though the circumstances were not at all in her favor. Truth be told, the first visit was really hard on me because he warned me about what was to come (and it came) and I wasn't ready to hear it or believe it. And we wasted precious time because i didn't listen to him initially. The realities of divorce are ugly and he didn't sugarcoat it, mostly because time is of the essence and the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can do the right things to start with upper-hand and save money too. Mike shines during deposition and it is a service he provides that few lawyers do as part of the initial fee. A good deposition of the other spouse is priceless to have when things go south later on (and they do) and Mike is great at it, asking the right questions, being very creative to get to the important piece of information we need and he can be darn right intimidating if he needs to be. He did a great job for mine. Again, it was hard, but it was the right thing to do. Mike also gave me a great reference for a home appraiser and the mediator he hired was as good as it gets. The mediation process went extremely well thanks to those two. It was shorter than planned and it was fair for both parties. Last but not least, Mike's Legal Assistant Sharon is as responsive as it gets. She was helpful and patient and just real all around.

anonymous
November 17, 2017

I hired Mike to represent me in my divorce. Unfortunately, my divorce was very litigious and required someone that was an expert in this field. Enter Mike Gallagher. The process was not easy, especially on the front end. Mike requires that you do some homework in order to ensure that he sets you up to receive a favorable outcome and that is exactly what happened. I was granted the privilege of being primary custodian to my son (i am a male) and kept my home. This all happened thanks to his hard work, intelligence/experience and hard nose attitude. It is important to note that his paralegal, Sharon, is fantastic as well. She understands the process and provides valuable input, makes sure everything gets done that happens in court. I recommend Mike for anyone who wants to have the highest % to secure a favorable outcome.

David
June 14, 2017

..I have had the pleasure on retaining this phenomenal man on more than one occasion. The man is amazing, he simply can't be put into words! I have worked with several attorney's over the years in many aspects of the law. I firmly believe he is the best domestic relations attorney in Washington state, if not to the to the California border. I have worked with domestic relations in Oregon, even working with Oregon domestic relations attorney's he is better than the best of them. He is honest, has a enormous amount of integrity.. His skills are remarkable! I will say even more, of all the attorneys I have worked with in my adult life, he just can NOT be beat, yes, he is simply better than the best and when he goes to bat for you won't regret it! !

Shawn
April 30, 2016

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 my 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.

Jake Nathans
April 23, 2016

I am a Dad, I have " Engaged" Mike on a few occasions since I originally filed ( and was eventually granted) FULL custody regarding my Son, this was a lengthy and complex " Custody Battle" , involving several states, Restraining Orders ,i multiple issues and false allegations, ie: psychopathic and anti-social behavior on the mothers behalf. I have had to re-visit this case a few times since it was originally filed in 2003 and I can say Mike has exceeded all my expectations in every possible regard! He is ethical, trustworthy, fair & honest. One thing that truly stands out is that he is truly concerned abut the children, in the case of my Son, his life would have been completely destroyed had he NOT been the case Mike removed ALL his mothers parental rights! Throughout the case, everyone wanted to believe the mother, the evidence spoke otherwise and he got to the bottom of it quicker than you can imagine. If your case requires an expert , as mine required many, or is even less complex, Mike has an aptitude for finding the smartest and most professional experts if needed to call on in their field. Last count there were 13 ( Thirteen) 4 inch binders for my case, I had used several attorneys before him and wasted $ because these attorneys were more out for there own best interest ( I was a bit naïve), I gave my full Faith & Confidence in Mike and his performed excellently in every regard. His staff is efficient, very professional and pleasant to deal with! It might seem like you will pay a bit more for MIke's services , but trust me, I wish I'd hired him the first time, I'd saved a lot of $ from incompetent attorney's and Guardian ad Litem's Thanks So Much Mike!!!

Cherie
April 23, 2016

If you're in need of a family law attorney, Mike will treat your case as if it was his own. Mike is real, wants to get you results and you see it in his work. He is about understanding your case and focusing on the facts...which matter most. Most attorneys you hire talk a big game and the moment you lose you then realize, had I picked Mike Gallagher the first time, I wouldn't have wasted thousands of dollars. Take my advice, I learned that after wasting 7k on attorneys who didn't have the expertise in what they claimed they did. An attorney has to be present and walk in your shoes in order to get you results. Mike does that. He is the ONLY attorney (which I have hired two others in the past) that required me to do "Homework." Now let me just say, this homework may look daunting for some of you, but the key is, Mike wants to know the details, the facts and not "how" or "why" something happened. At first, I thought to myself, "Why do I have to do work?...I just paid you man"..If you think about it for just a second, you then realize after hiring him that results will follow because he is right there with you, in your story, in your life and protecting what is right; protecting your family. In order to fight for your child you must step back, do your homework and Mike will represent you better than all the other attorneys who make promises they are not able to deliver or have an ego they really shouldn't have. Thank you Mike for all that you did for me and my family!

Rick
August 22, 2015

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!

anonymous
June 11, 2015

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 need an attorney, stop looking because you have found him!

Elliott
June 7, 2015

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!