Atty. William J. Gallagher

Atty. William J. Gallagher

William J. Gallagher is a lawyer practicing family law mediation, post-nuptial agreements, prenuptial agreements and 25 other areas of law.

West Chester West Chester 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Gallagher at a glance

William J. Gallagher is a Partner based in West Chester, Pennsylvania. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, trusts, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court (1963). Educated at Villanova University School of Law J.D. (—) and La Salle University B.A. Government (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in West Chester, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William J. Gallagher is a lawyer practicing family law mediation, post-nuptial agreements, prenuptial agreements and 25 other areas of law
  • William J. received a B.A. degree from La Salle University, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • William J. practices in West Chester, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Gallagher's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

William J. Gallagher is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Child Custody & Visitation

William J. Gallagher is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Trusts

William J. Gallagher is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Medical Malpractice

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

William J. Gallagher is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

William J. Gallagher is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William J. Gallagher

Where is William J. Gallagher's law office located?
William J. Gallagher's law practice is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Gallagher handle?
William J. Gallagher focuses on divorce, child custody, trusts, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William J. Gallagher practiced law?
William J. Gallagher has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did William J. Gallagher go to law school?
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How can I contact William J. Gallagher for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William J. Gallagher received?
William J. Gallagher's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Villanova University School of Law J.D.
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La Salle University B.A. Government
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1963

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