Galligan Law
Medical Malpractice | Serving Clive, IA
515-316-6179Galligan Law helps clients in the Clive area with their Iowa Medical Malpractice needs.
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Attorney Joseph M. Galligan
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Pursuing Justice and Preventing Further Harm
We fight for justice for injured people and strive to create a safer Iowa by holding wrongdoers accountable.
After a serious injury or the loss of a loved one, you may be uncertain about where to turn and how to move forward. At such a challenging time, it’s important to know you don’t have to go through this alone.
At Galligan Law, we stand ready to shoulder your legal burdens so you can focus on healing. Our attorneys are passionate about obtaining justice for people who have suffered harm caused by the fault of others. We are also equally dedicated to preventing future injuries and creating a safer Iowa by holding negligent or reckless parties responsible for their actions.
Based in Des Moines, we serve clients statewide with a proven track record of success in helping our clients recover rightful compensation.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
Personal Injury
- Medical Malpractice
- Accidents & Injuries
- Animal Bites -- Plaintiff
- Birth Injuries
- Brain Injury
- Construction Accidents
- Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
- Trucking Accidents
- ER Errors
- Missed or Delayed Diagnosis
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Surgical Errors
- Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
- Trucking Collisions
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Defective Products and Drugs
- Dangerous Pharmaceutical Drugs
- Dangerous Products and Medical Devices
- Wrongful Death
Call today at 515-316-6179 to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Brian P. Galligan
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2004
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2004
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2006
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2005
- U.S. District Court District of Colorado, 2012
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, 2000 - Present (Member)
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, 2006 - Present (Board of Governors)
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, 2005 - Present (Continuing Legal Education Committee)
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, 2006 - Present (Legislative Committee)
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, 2006 - 2008 (Justice For All PAC, Board of Trustees)
- Roscoe Pound Civil Justice Institute, 2011 - 2014 (Fellow)
- American Association for Justice/Association of Trial Lawyers of America, 2000 - Present (Member)
- American Association for Justice/Association of Trial Lawyers of America - NLD, 2010 - 2011 (President/Chair)
- Polk County Bar Association, 2000 - Present (Member)
- Iowa State Bar Association, 2000 - Present (Member)
- Iowa State Bar Association YLD, 2005 - 2009 (District 5C Representative - Executive Council)
- Iowa State Bar Association - Independence of the Judiciary Committee, 2007 - Present (Member)
- Blackstone Inn of Court, 2004 - 2010 (Barrister)
- Professional Negligence Section - American Association for Justice, 2005 - Present (Member)
- Birth Trauma Litigation Group - American Association for Justice, 2005 - Present (Member)
- Medical Negligence Information Exchange Group - American Association for Justice, 2008 - Present (Member)
- Product Liability Section - American Association for Justice, 2005 - Present (Member)
- Trial Lawyers for Public Justice, 2004 - Present (Member)
- American Association for Justice/Association of Trial Lawyers of America, 2011 - Present (Board of Governors)
- Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 2013 - Present (Fellow)
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 - 2016 (President )
- American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), June 12, 2017 - Present (Member)
Honors and Awards:
- Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Key Person Award, - 2007
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, - 2010
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, - 2010
- AV Rating (Highest Possible Rating) - Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Rating, - 2011
- Wiedemann & Wysocki Award - American Association for Justice , - 2011
- F. Scott Baldwin Award for Most Outstanding Young Trial Lawyer- American Association for Justice, - 2012
- Meritorious Achievement Award - Iowa Association for Justice, - 2013
Pro Bono Activities:
- Iowa Legal Aid Foundation - Board Member, 2008 - 2012
- HOLA Clinic - Polk County Bar Association, 2006 - 2008
- Junior High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Indian Hills/Stillwell Junior High, 2000 - 2005
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley High School, 2003 - Present
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley Southwoods, 2005 - Present
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley Southwoods, 2007 - Present
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley High School, 2008 - Present
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley High School, 2009 - Present
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, Iowa, May, 2000
- J.D.
- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Honors: With High Distinction
- Colorado College, Colorado Springs, Colorado, May, 1997
- B.A.
- Major: U.S. History/Political Science
Attorney Joseph M. Galligan
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2002
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, Member, 2002 - Present
- Iowa Association for Justice/Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, Continuing Legal Education Committee, 2007 - 2011
- American Association for Justice/American Trial Lawyers Association, 2002 - Present (Member)
- American Association for Justice/American Trial Lawyers Association (Past Board of Governors representative, Iowa)
- Polk County Bar Association, Member, 2002 - Present
- Iowa State Bar Association, Member, 2002 - Present
- American Bar Association, Member, 2002 - Present
- Blackstone Inn of Court, Barrister, 2004 - 2006
- Clergy Abuse/Sexual Abuse Litigation Group - American Association for Justice, Member, 2009 - Present
Pro Bono Activities:
- Junior High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Indian Hills/Stillwell Junior High, 2000 - 2005
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley High School, 2003
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley Southwoods, 2005
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley Southwoods, 2007
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley High School, 2008
- High School Mock Trial Program, Coach - Valley High School, 2009
Education:
- Drake University Law School, Des Moines, Iowa, May, 2001
- J.D.
- Cornell College, Mount Vernon, Iowa, May, 1997
- B.S.S.
- Major: History/Political Science/Law/Literature
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Brian Galligan
This attorney practices in Iowa and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Medical Malpractice | Since 2016 |
| Personal Injury | Since 2021 |