Brett R. Gallaway
Brett R. Gallaway is an American trial lawyer who is Chair of McLaughlin and Stern’s Litigation, Class Action, Hospitality, and Art Law Practices. He is best known for winning class action lawsuits, and for representing clients in high profile sexual harassment, assault and domestic violence cases.'' ''
Early life and education
Gallaway grew up in New York City. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from New York University and his J.D. from Tulane Law School.Career
Brett R. Gallaway is a partner and Chair of the Litigation, Class Action, Hospitality, and Art Law Practices at McLaughlin & Stern, LLP, since January 2013. Previously, he worked at Klafter Olsen & Lesser LLP, managing wage and hour class and collective action litigation, and at LaSasso Griesmeyer Law Group, LLC, where he focused on criminal defense.Gallaway has been involved in notable legal cases, including litigation against Apple Inc. and the lawsuit alleging an unlawful scheme involving gallerist Mary Boone. His clientele includes professional athletes such as Brandon McManus and Deven Thompkins, and numerous individuals involved in large-scale building fire and water damage cases.
Gallaway also has experience conducting internal investigations on behalf of major professional sports organizations, including the NFL and NHL. He is frequently referenced in media outlets and legal publications for his distinctive approach to litigation.
Notable legal representations
- 2020 - Frlekin v. Apple Inc
- 2020 - Oliver v. Mary Boone Gallery
- 2024 - Jane Doe I and Jane Doe II v. Brandon McManus and the Jacksonville Jaguars
- 2024 - Deven Thompkins v. Maria Castilhos