Atty. Michael D. Galligan

Atty. Michael D. Galligan

Phi Alpha Delta. Recipient: National Youth Camps, President's Award; National Youth Camps, Humanitarian Award.

McMinnville McMinnville 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael D. Galligan at a glance

Michael D. Galligan is a Member based in McMinnville, Tennessee, practicing at Galligan & Newman. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of (1971). Educated at University of Tennessee School of Law (J.D., 1971) and Middle Tennessee State University (B.S. University, 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of McMinnville, Warren County. Serands clients in McMinnville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Phi Alpha Delta

Recipient

  • National Youth Camps, President's Award
  • National Youth Camps, Humanitarian Award
  • Instructor, Introduction to Law, Motlow State Community College, Tullahoma, Tennessee, 1974-1975
  • Lecturer and Adjunct Professor of Law, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, 1998—

Member

  • Board of Directors, River Park Hospital, 1972—
  • Tennessee Judicial Council, 1998—

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Galligan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Galligan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

Michael D. Galligan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael D. Galligan

Where is Michael D. Galligan's law office located?
Michael D. Galligan's law practice is located in McMinnville, Tennessee. The firm is Galligan & Newman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Galligan handle?
Michael D. Galligan focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael D. Galligan practiced law?
Michael D. Galligan has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Michael D. Galligan go to law school?
Michael D. Galligan earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S. University, 1964).
How can I contact Michael D. Galligan for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. Galligan 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 Michael D. Galligan received?
Michael D. Galligan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee School of Law
- 1971
B.S. University
Middle Tennessee State University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of
Admitted: 1971

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