Atty. Sean William Gallagher

Atty. Sean William Gallagher

Sean William Gallagher is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud. Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Sean William Gallagher at a glance

Sean William Gallagher is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on formation, business, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1994) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1990). Active member of PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Adjunct Professor, Northwestern University School of Law: Taught High-Tech Trial Techniques class on the use of technology in the practice of law at trial and in preparation for trial. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Sean William Gallagher is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud
  • Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Sean practices at Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Sean William Gallagher's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sean William Gallagher

Where is Sean William Gallagher's law office located?
Sean William Gallagher's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean William Gallagher handle?
Sean William Gallagher focuses on formation, business, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Sean William Gallagher practiced law?
Sean William Gallagher has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Sean William Gallagher go to law school?
Sean William Gallagher earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Sean William Gallagher for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1994
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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