Atty. Trevor Galligan

Atty. Trevor Galligan

Mr. Galligan practices in the areas of personal injury, employment and civil rights, criminal defense, complex civil litigation, and corporate representation.

McMinnville McMinnville 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Trevor Galligan at a glance

Trevor Galligan is an Attorney based in McMinnville, Tennessee, practicing at Galligan & Newman. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2009). Educated at Rhodes College (B.A. International, 2003) and University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. (—). Serands clients in McMinnville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Galligan practices in the areas of personal injury, employment and civil rights, criminal defense, complex civil litigation, and corporate representation
  • He joined Galligan & Newman in 2011
  • Mr. Galligan was formerly the Legislative Director and Legal Counsel for U.S
  • Rep. Lincoln Davis in Washington, D.C
  • Among his many duties, he was responsible for drafting and briefing Rep. Davis on all legislation before the House of Representatives
  • Mr. Galligan attended Rhodes College in Memphis and graduated in 2003 with a B.A. in International Studies
  • Mr. Galligan is a 2008 graduate of the University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
  • While in law school, he clerked for several judges at the Shelby County Criminal Court
  • Mr. Galligan was admitted to the Tennessee bar in 2009
  • He and his wife, Meredith, have one son
  • He enjoys spending time with his family, outdoor activities, playing sports, music, reading and cooking

Practice Areas Explained

Trevor Galligan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Trevor Galligan 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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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.

Trevor Galligan is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

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

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Trevor Galligan is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

Trevor Galligan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Trevor Galligan

Where is Trevor Galligan's law office located?
Trevor 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 Trevor Galligan handle?
Trevor Galligan focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Trevor Galligan practiced law?
Trevor Galligan has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Trevor Galligan go to law school?
Trevor Galligan earned their education at (B.A. International, 2003); (—).
How can I contact Trevor Galligan for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. International
Rhodes College
- 2003
University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2009

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