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.
Insurance Coverage Law & More Attorney · Serving Honolulu, HI · 46+ Years Experience
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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.
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About 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
- James practices at Henderson Gallagher & Kane in Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Gallagher's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Gallagher handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Honolulu.
Personal Injury in Honolulu
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.
James Patrick Gallagher is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Hawaii →
Construction Law in Honolulu
James Patrick Gallagher is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Hawaii →
Civil Litigation in Honolulu
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Patrick Gallagher is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Hawaii →
Insurance Law in Honolulu
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
James Patrick Gallagher is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Hawaii →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Honolulu
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.
Honolulu Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Honolulu-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Honolulu Choose James Patrick Gallagher
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Patrick Gallagher's practice in the field of personal injury, construction, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Gallagher brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Hawaii, James Patrick Gallagher can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, construction, and litigation, James Patrick Gallagher can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Honolulu
A Honolulu-based practice means James Patrick Gallagher attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Patrick Gallagher Handles in Honolulu
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Patrick Gallagher has experience with under Hawaii law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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