Atty. David J. Gallagher

Atty. David J. Gallagher

David J. Gallagher is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, real estate litigation, business litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Wakefield Wakefield 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About David J. Gallagher at a glance

David J. Gallagher is a Partner based in Wakefield, Massachusetts, practicing at Regnante Sterio LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1980), New Hampshire (1981), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1981), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1985). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1980) and University of New Hampshire (B.A., 1977). Active member of Salem, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations American Association for Justice Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys. Serands clients in Wakefield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David J. Gallagher is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, real estate litigation, business litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • David practices at Regnante Sterio LLP in Wakefield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Gallagher's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Gallagher handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wakefield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David J. Gallagher

Where is David J. Gallagher's law office located?
David J. Gallagher's law practice is located in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The firm is Regnante Sterio LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Gallagher handle?
David J. Gallagher focuses on employment, business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David J. Gallagher practiced law?
David J. Gallagher has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did David J. Gallagher go to law school?
David J. Gallagher earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact David J. Gallagher for a consultation?
You can contact David J. Gallagher directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1980
B.A.
University of New Hampshire
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1980
New Hampshire
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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