team-member

Robert Gilligan

Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 7 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English Spanish French

About

Robert Gilligan was raised in Waynesville, NC, and earned an honorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force in 2009.  Robert attended Wayne State University Law School in Detroit, MI, where he was highly involved in the University’s law student groups, being the Dean of the Delta Theta Phi chapter, Treasurer of the Environmental Law Society, and President of the Law Student Veteran’s Organization. Robert interned with the 3rd Circuit Court, Family Division, and later worked as an associate for a number of solo practitioners in the Metro-Detroit area practicing in areas of law ranging from bankruptcy to criminal defense before relocating to relocated back to Waynesville, NC.  Robert's practice areas include family law, criminal defense, and estate planning.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

DUI and DWI

Language

English Spanish French

Contact

Gilligan Law, PLLC.258 N. Main StreetSte. DWaynesville, NC, 28786258 N. Main StreetSte. DSte. DWaynesville, NC, 28786

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Kim
September 30, 2020

I spoke with Mr. Gilligan this morning about a Social Services custody case I'm involved with and although he does not practice in my area, he was very forthcoming and informative even though he wasn't getting paid. Super nice man and super educated in this field...highly recommend!

Jim
November 7, 2018

We needed an attorney for our daughter. We highly recommend Robert. He responded to our call and met with us the same afternoon and explained all our options in detail. He was very knowledgeable and we felt very confident with his advice. He truly is a very down to earth, honest person.

anonymous
October 4, 2018

Mr. Gilligan was very helpful in addressing my situation. He made sure to provide great service at a great price. Definitely recommend.

Brittany
October 4, 2018

Mr. Gilligan was very professional and always helpful with all my legal needs. Very nice guy.

Patricia
October 3, 2018

Mr Gilligan provided prompt help when I needed it most! He is extremely knowledgeable and down to earth. His price was fair, and his service exceeded my expectations. Would recommend!!

James
October 3, 2018

My interactions with Robert Gilligan were excellent. He returned my calls very promptly and discussed my case at length. He was able to walk me through the process and give me potential outcomes. This was a great experience to an otherwise bad situation. Thank you!!

Scott
June 21, 2018

DSS, acting on an anonymous call making false and baseless allegations, had swooped in and ruined a family vacation. Traumatizing everyone and basically quarantining our 4 year old grand daughter. Spent 4 frantic days calling a litany of lawyer offices, leaving voicemails that never got returned. Waiting and worrying that I should be doing something proactive but not knowing what. I mean your in a state of absolute shock. Mr. Gilligan called me back within 5 minutes, WOW... He spent the next hour patiently answering all my questions and laying out all my options. Legalese was kept at a minimum, any being thoroughly explained. His experience in these matters was amply evident. I'm still worried as i wait, who wouldn't be after reading all the negative press on the DSS (I know its not all negative, the intent to keep children safe is acknowledged and heroic), but after the consult with Mr. Gilligan, the worry of not knowing what I should or should not be doing is gone, and knowledge of what to likely expect, is much clearer. Competitive rates in my opinion, I'd recommend him highly.

anonymous
November 20, 2017

I called the firm after screen on-line for someone. Robert Gilligan, the managing partner, answered the phone himself. I'd called out of the blue to ask about research or a referral to someone that could competently research records at the county courthouse on my behalf. I was impressed that not only did he personally answered the phone on his way out for a hearing but also with his kind, direct manner. After listening to what i was trying to accomplish, he said: "no problem, i'm heading over there anyway for a hearing and will take a look." An uncommonly accommodating thing. He called back within a few days and personally provided details I'd not otherwise have been able to accomplish, even if i'd appeared myself. Polite, responsive, listens well, and understands the interpersonal nature of how things really work - I recommend this gentleman.

Seaira Cabe
April 8, 2015

Attorney Gilligan is easy to work with and knowledgeable about the laws. I am one excited person for the outcome he was able to work out for me. I am so Thankful for his help and will be passing his name out to anyone needing a hardworking, great attorney. Again THANK YOU

Seaira
April 8, 2015

Robert Gilligan was very knowledgeable about the laws and very helpful with the advise he gave to me about my case. I will be giving out his name to anyone hunting a great hard working lawyer. I thank him so much for the great outcome he was able to work out for me.

Kim
September 30, 2020

I spoke with Mr. Gilligan this morning about a Social Services custody case I'm involved with and although he does not practice in my area, he was very forthcoming and informative even though he wasn't getting paid. Super nice man and super educated in this field...highly recommend!

Jim
November 7, 2018

We needed an attorney for our daughter. We highly recommend Robert. He responded to our call and met with us the same afternoon and explained all our options in detail. He was very knowledgeable and we felt very confident with his advice. He truly is a very down to earth, honest person.

anonymous
October 4, 2018

Mr. Gilligan was very helpful in addressing my situation. He made sure to provide great service at a great price. Definitely recommend.

Brittany
October 4, 2018

Mr. Gilligan was very professional and always helpful with all my legal needs. Very nice guy.

Patricia
October 3, 2018

Mr Gilligan provided prompt help when I needed it most! He is extremely knowledgeable and down to earth. His price was fair, and his service exceeded my expectations. Would recommend!!

James
October 3, 2018

My interactions with Robert Gilligan were excellent. He returned my calls very promptly and discussed my case at length. He was able to walk me through the process and give me potential outcomes. This was a great experience to an otherwise bad situation. Thank you!!

Scott
June 21, 2018

DSS, acting on an anonymous call making false and baseless allegations, had swooped in and ruined a family vacation. Traumatizing everyone and basically quarantining our 4 year old grand daughter. Spent 4 frantic days calling a litany of lawyer offices, leaving voicemails that never got returned. Waiting and worrying that I should be doing something proactive but not knowing what. I mean your in a state of absolute shock. Mr. Gilligan called me back within 5 minutes, WOW... He spent the next hour patiently answering all my questions and laying out all my options. Legalese was kept at a minimum, any being thoroughly explained. His experience in these matters was amply evident. I'm still worried as i wait, who wouldn't be after reading all the negative press on the DSS (I know its not all negative, the intent to keep children safe is acknowledged and heroic), but after the consult with Mr. Gilligan, the worry of not knowing what I should or should not be doing is gone, and knowledge of what to likely expect, is much clearer. Competitive rates in my opinion, I'd recommend him highly.

anonymous
November 20, 2017

I called the firm after screen on-line for someone. Robert Gilligan, the managing partner, answered the phone himself. I'd called out of the blue to ask about research or a referral to someone that could competently research records at the county courthouse on my behalf. I was impressed that not only did he personally answered the phone on his way out for a hearing but also with his kind, direct manner. After listening to what i was trying to accomplish, he said: "no problem, i'm heading over there anyway for a hearing and will take a look." An uncommonly accommodating thing. He called back within a few days and personally provided details I'd not otherwise have been able to accomplish, even if i'd appeared myself. Polite, responsive, listens well, and understands the interpersonal nature of how things really work - I recommend this gentleman.

Seaira Cabe
April 8, 2015

Attorney Gilligan is easy to work with and knowledgeable about the laws. I am one excited person for the outcome he was able to work out for me. I am so Thankful for his help and will be passing his name out to anyone needing a hardworking, great attorney. Again THANK YOU

Seaira
April 8, 2015

Robert Gilligan was very knowledgeable about the laws and very helpful with the advise he gave to me about my case. I will be giving out his name to anyone hunting a great hard working lawyer. I thank him so much for the great outcome he was able to work out for me.

Kim
September 30, 2020

I spoke with Mr. Gilligan this morning about a Social Services custody case I'm involved with and although he does not practice in my area, he was very forthcoming and informative even though he wasn't getting paid. Super nice man and super educated in this field...highly recommend!

Jim
November 7, 2018

We needed an attorney for our daughter. We highly recommend Robert. He responded to our call and met with us the same afternoon and explained all our options in detail. He was very knowledgeable and we felt very confident with his advice. He truly is a very down to earth, honest person.

anonymous
October 4, 2018

Mr. Gilligan was very helpful in addressing my situation. He made sure to provide great service at a great price. Definitely recommend.

Brittany
October 4, 2018

Mr. Gilligan was very professional and always helpful with all my legal needs. Very nice guy.

Patricia
October 3, 2018

Mr Gilligan provided prompt help when I needed it most! He is extremely knowledgeable and down to earth. His price was fair, and his service exceeded my expectations. Would recommend!!

James
October 3, 2018

My interactions with Robert Gilligan were excellent. He returned my calls very promptly and discussed my case at length. He was able to walk me through the process and give me potential outcomes. This was a great experience to an otherwise bad situation. Thank you!!

Scott
June 21, 2018

DSS, acting on an anonymous call making false and baseless allegations, had swooped in and ruined a family vacation. Traumatizing everyone and basically quarantining our 4 year old grand daughter. Spent 4 frantic days calling a litany of lawyer offices, leaving voicemails that never got returned. Waiting and worrying that I should be doing something proactive but not knowing what. I mean your in a state of absolute shock. Mr. Gilligan called me back within 5 minutes, WOW... He spent the next hour patiently answering all my questions and laying out all my options. Legalese was kept at a minimum, any being thoroughly explained. His experience in these matters was amply evident. I'm still worried as i wait, who wouldn't be after reading all the negative press on the DSS (I know its not all negative, the intent to keep children safe is acknowledged and heroic), but after the consult with Mr. Gilligan, the worry of not knowing what I should or should not be doing is gone, and knowledge of what to likely expect, is much clearer. Competitive rates in my opinion, I'd recommend him highly.

anonymous
November 20, 2017

I called the firm after screen on-line for someone. Robert Gilligan, the managing partner, answered the phone himself. I'd called out of the blue to ask about research or a referral to someone that could competently research records at the county courthouse on my behalf. I was impressed that not only did he personally answered the phone on his way out for a hearing but also with his kind, direct manner. After listening to what i was trying to accomplish, he said: "no problem, i'm heading over there anyway for a hearing and will take a look." An uncommonly accommodating thing. He called back within a few days and personally provided details I'd not otherwise have been able to accomplish, even if i'd appeared myself. Polite, responsive, listens well, and understands the interpersonal nature of how things really work - I recommend this gentleman.

Seaira Cabe
April 8, 2015

Attorney Gilligan is easy to work with and knowledgeable about the laws. I am one excited person for the outcome he was able to work out for me. I am so Thankful for his help and will be passing his name out to anyone needing a hardworking, great attorney. Again THANK YOU

Seaira
April 8, 2015

Robert Gilligan was very knowledgeable about the laws and very helpful with the advise he gave to me about my case. I will be giving out his name to anyone hunting a great hard working lawyer. I thank him so much for the great outcome he was able to work out for me.