Andy Gillin

Andy Gillin is a founding partner of GJEL Accident Attorneys, a California law firm representing people harmed by accidents and negligence. He focuses on personal injury matters, including catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. He also works with the firm’s lawyers on litigation strategy and case evaluation. His practice grew from an early commitment to serving people facing difficult legal circumstances and now involves helping injured clients pursue compensation through negotiation and trial.

Andy received a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley and a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. Following law school, he worked with the San Mateo County Legal Aid Society, representing low-income individuals and families. This public service experience helped shape his approach to personal injury practice, while his legal education provided a foundation for complex civil litigation, settlement analysis, and courtroom advocacy.

Andy has handled major injury claims and complex litigation, including mass tort proceedings involving unnecessary surgical procedures at Redding Medical Center. The litigation against Tenet Healthcare involved hundreds of patient claims, including many brought by GJEL. As a managing partner, he also consults with colleagues on case strategy and litigation decisions. His work includes evaluating serious injuries, addressing disputed liability, and helping clients consider negotiated and litigated outcomes.

Andy Gillin has written and lectured on personal injury settlement strategies and trial practice for continuing legal education organizations. He has been included in Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers listings and holds a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating. His career reflects a combination of public service, trial advocacy, and professional education, with continued attention to the needs of people affected by substantial physical injuries and related losses.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, GJEL Accident Attorneys
• Member, The State Bar of California
• Member, The Bar Association of San Francisco
• Member, Alameda County Bar Association
• Member, Contra Costa Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Association of Trial Lawyers of America
• Member, California Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of Chicago Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California at Berkeley
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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