H. Mills Gallivan

Mills Gallivan is a dispute resolution lawyer whose practice focuses on strategic dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration, and workers’ compensation matters. He helps people and businesses address serious legal and business conflicts through negotiation, litigation strategy, and efficient problem-solving. His work is centered on designing practical and creative solutions tailored to each dispute. Clients value his strategic judgment, deep experience, and strong ability to resolve high-stakes matters effectively.

Mills earned his J.D. from the University of South Carolina School of Law. He also received his B.A. from Vanderbilt University. His education gave him a strong foundation in legal analysis, writing, advocacy, and strategic thinking. That background supports his work in dispute resolution, where careful evaluation of facts, legal issues, and potential outcomes is essential. It also helps him guide clients through complex decisions with clarity and practical judgment.

Throughout his career, Mills has built extensive experience as a litigator, trial attorney, negotiator, mediator, and arbitrator. His broad background gives him the ability to assess the strengths and weaknesses of legal positions and help parties evaluate the cost and benefit of resolution before trial. He focuses on timely and efficient outcomes while remaining prepared for litigation when necessary. Clients benefit from his balanced approach, creative problem-solving, and disciplined legal strategy.

Mills Gallivan has also devoted significant time to mentoring lawyers and serving in leadership roles within the legal profession. His contributions to legal organizations and dispute resolution work reflect a strong commitment to improving the profession and supporting the rule of law. Clients rely on his depth of experience, professionalism, and practical insight in difficult disputes. He remains focused on helping parties resolve legal problems through thoughtful counsel and strategic advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.
• Member, South Carolina Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Defense Research Institute
• Member, Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
• Member, Greenville County Bar Association
• Member, National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
• Chairman of the Board, National Foundation for Judicial Excellence
• Past President, South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys’ Association (2001–2002)
• Member, South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association

Licensed State

• South Carolina
• New York

Education

• University of South Carolina School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Vanderbilt University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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