Richard W. Gallagher

Richard W. Gallagher is a senior litigation attorney who focuses his practice on business, civil, labor, and employment law matters. He represents business clients in both state and federal courts at the trial and appellate levels. His work includes defending employers in wage and hour disputes, discrimination claims, and other complex civil matters. Through strategic advocacy and careful legal analysis, he helps businesses address serious litigation risks and protect their interests in challenging disputes.

Gallagher earned his J.D. from West Virginia University and holds a B.S. in Accounting from West Virginia University. His combined education in law and accounting provides a strong foundation for handling business disputes, employment matters, and other complex litigation issues. This background supports his ability to analyze financial records, legal claims, and regulatory concerns in detail. His academic training helps him guide business clients through litigation with practical advice and informed legal strategies.

Throughout his career, Gallagher has developed extensive experience in labor and employment law. He has defended businesses in cases involving union organization efforts, National Labor Relations Board matters, unfair labor practice charges, wage and hour litigation, and discrimination claims. His practice also includes toxic tort and environmental matters, business litigation, and defense work for clients in industries such as oil and gas, timber, and automobile and truck dealerships. His broad experience allows him to handle varied and complex business disputes.

Richard W. Gallagher is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, federal district courts in West Virginia, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He has also served in professional and community leadership roles, including as President of the Harrison County Bar Association. Through decades of legal practice, he has built a reputation for dependable business defense representation, practical judgment, and strong advocacy for clients facing difficult litigation matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Litigation Counsel, Robinson & McElwee, PLLC
• Member, West Virginia State Bar
• President, Harrison County Bar Association
• Member, Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia
• Member, Defense Research Institute
• Member, Legal Aid of West Virginia

Licensed State

• West Virginia

Education

• West Virginia University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• West Virginia University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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