Atty. Galen Gentry
My firm represents individuals in divorce, family law and criminal matters. I have over 30 years of legal experience.
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About Galen Gentry at a glance
Galen Gentry is a Principal based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Gentry Law Group. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, trademark, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in California (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1991), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1995). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Tennessee (B.A. History, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- My firm represents individuals in divorce, family law and criminal matters
- I have over 30 years of legal experience
- I have been awarded the highest possible rating for legal skill and ethical conduct by Martindale Hubbell, the oldest attorney rating company in the United States
- The four most important characteristics of our firm are the accessibility of the attorney, a focus on 'flat rate' billing where possible, a unique approach to case preparation, and a great deal of trial experience
- How is my firm different from our competition and why shoud you hire us?
- Lawyer accessibility Unique approach to pricing and case preparation Substantial experience Accessibility: Most law firms have a layer of personnel between the attorney and the clients
- Clients who have switched to our firm from another have told us that attorney inaccessibility was their major problem (with expense and performance being numbers two and three)
- At our firm when clients have substantive questions, they speak directly with attorney responsible
Unique Approach
- With respect to many matters our experience allows us to perform them for a flat rate within a predictable and short period of time
- When a person knows the cost up front and knows how long it will take to accomplish the task it simplifies their decision making
- We prepare every litigation matter as if it will be presented to for trial
- Since most cases settle, average lawyers never think about trial until it is almost upon them
- We start every case by looking at the law that will govern the trial and we use the law to help draft our pleadings
- Everything we do is geared toward convincing the fact finder to find in favor of our client
- By preparing for trial, we help ensure the best possible settlements in those matters that are resolved outside of court
Winning Trial Experience
- At trial, we present an understandable, plausible theme of the case
- We use audio/visual presentations that help the fact finder understand the facts and relevant law and reinforce our client’s theme
- We show the judge or jury why he or they should return a verdict for our client
- Sounds simple, but it takes years of experience to perfect
- Many lawyers have never taken a single case to trial
- I have 30 years of trial experience with my most recent trial taking place on March 14, 2022
- In 2020 I was disciplined by the State Bar for conduct unrelated to the practice of law (I got in a fight with a male stranger in a restaurant parking lot)
- I regret my behavior
Practice Areas Explained
Galen Gentry's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Galen Gentry handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Galen Gentry is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →
Galen Gentry is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →
Galen Gentry is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in California →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Galen Gentry is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Galen Gentry is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in California
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Woodland Hills are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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