Atty. Brian P. Galligan
Brian is a trial lawyer born and raised in Iowa who practices with Galligan Law PC in Clive, Iowa. He represents injured individuals and families in Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs.
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Brian P. Galligan is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Wurzburg, Northwest Territories, practicing at Galligan Law PC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2000). Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D. (w/ High Distinction, 2000) and Colorado College (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Wurzburg, NWT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Brian is a trial lawyer born and raised in Iowa who practices with Galligan Law PC in Clive, Iowa
- He represents injured individuals and families in Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- His work focuses on claims involving medical negligence, motor vehicle collisions, defective products, and other acts of negligence that cause serious injury or loss
- Brian earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Colorado College in Colorado Springs before returning to Iowa to attend the University of Iowa College of Law
- He graduated with High Distinction and was inducted into the Order of the Coif, an academic honor recognizing sustained scholastic achievement during law school
- As the son of a trial lawyer, Brian was introduced early to the responsibilities involved in representing injured clients
- Years of conversations and shared experiences with his father gave him insight into the role trial lawyers play in providing access to the civil justice system for people whose lives have been altered by negligence
- These early influences continue to shape his approach to client representation
- After law school, Brian joined his father’s law practice in Des Moines, Iowa, where he practiced alongside him for six years
- Following his father’s unexpected retirement due to illness, Brian continued the practice and has since represented clients in complex jury trials and negotiated resolutions
- His trial experience includes cases involving commercial vehicle collisions, medical malpractice claims, and wrongful death arising from motor vehicle crashes
- He has also resolved hundreds of personal injury cases through settlement on behalf of injured clients and their families
- Brian is active in professional legal organizations at both the state and national level
- He is a past president of the Iowa Association for Justice and currently serves on the Board of Governors of the American Association for Justice
- He is also a fellow of the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Brian has lectured nationally on trial practice and developing legal issues, and in 2021 he was appointed by the Iowa Supreme Court to serve on the Iowa Rules of Evidence Substantive Review Task Force
- Within the legal community, Brian is recognized for his preparation, professionalism, and dedication to his clients
- He has received an AV Preeminent peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell, based on evaluations from attorneys and members of the judiciary
- Outside of his law practice, Brian is a proud father of three children
- Brian lives in Clive, Iowa, where he enjoys spending time with his family and recharging outside of the courtroom
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Brian P. Galligan's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian P. Galligan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Brian P. Galligan is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Northwest Territories →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Brian P. Galligan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Northwest Territories →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Northwest Territories
Practicing law in Northwest Territories. Legal matters in Northwest Territories are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wurzburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Northwest Territories state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Northwest Territories brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Northwest Territories courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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