Atty. James Patrick Gallagher

Atty. James Patrick Gallagher

James Patrick Gallagher is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, insurance coverage law and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 46 Years Experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Patrick Gallagher at a glance

James Patrick Gallagher is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Henderson Gallagher & Kane. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981), Hawaii (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1980) and Cornell College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State and Illinois State Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Hawaii Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Patrick Gallagher is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, insurance coverage law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Henderson Gallagher & Kane in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Gallagher's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Patrick Gallagher is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Hawaii →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James Patrick Gallagher is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Hawaii →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Hawaii

Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Patrick Gallagher

Where is James Patrick Gallagher's law office located?
James Patrick Gallagher's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Henderson Gallagher & Kane. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Gallagher handle?
James Patrick Gallagher focuses on personal injury, construction, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has James Patrick Gallagher practiced law?
James Patrick Gallagher has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Patrick Gallagher go to law school?
James Patrick Gallagher earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Patrick Gallagher for a consultation?
You can contact James Patrick 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.
What awards or recognition has James Patrick Gallagher received?
James Patrick Gallagher's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1980
B.A.
Cornell College
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981
Hawaii
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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