James Patrick Galvin Jr.
Galvin Legal, PLLCJames P. Galvin is the founder of Galvin Legal. He is a member of the Florida Bar and the State Bar of Georgia. He graduated from Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. He obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida. At the University of Miami, he completed the litigation skills program, which included serving as a Certified Legal Intern with the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office. Mr. Galvin actively participated in the Investor Rights Clinic as a Certified Legal Intern, Returning Fellow, and Research Assistant to the Clinic Director, Teresa Verges. He represented the School of Law at the FINRA Securities Dispute Resolution Triathlon in New York City and was awarded the Dean’s Certificate of Achievement for his participation in the Investor Rights Clinic. Mr. Galvin also served as an Honors Student Legal Intern with the Enforcement Division of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). While at the SEC, he was an active participant in multiple enforcement investigations. His participation included detailed research, document review, drafting deposition outlines, and assisting with witness depositions. In addition to practicing as a securities attorney, Mr. Galvin has worked as a financial planner and previously held FINRA Series 6, 7, 63, and 66 Securities Licenses, as well as various insurance licenses. Mr. Galvin successfully completed The University of Georgia Terry College of Businesses Executive Program for Financial Planning Certification with Distinction. He has formerly been registered with broker-dealers in both the employee and independent contractor platforms. Mr. Galvin’s financial and securities industry background has given him a unique and valuable perspective in evaluating potential securities fraud claims and in understanding how brokerage firms typically defend fraud cases.
- Securities Law
- Stockbroker & Investment Fraud
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Arbitration & Mediation
- Business Arbitration, Consumer Arbitration, Family Arbitration
- Energy, Oil & Gas Law
- Utilities
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
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- Georgia
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- 11th Circuit
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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- Certified Legal Intern
- Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
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- University of Miami School of Law Investor Rights Clinic
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- University of Miami School of Law Investor Rights Clinic
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- Certified Legal Intern
- University of Miami School of Law Investor Rights Clinic
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- University of Miami School of Law
- J.D. (2014)
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- University System of Georgia - Georgia State University
- B.B.A. (2004) | Finance
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- Florida Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers
- Florida Rising Starts
- Super Lawyers
- Securities Litigator of the Year - Florida
- AI Legal Awards
- Golden Key International Honour Society
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Introduction to James P. Galvin, Esq.
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
Why should investors be wary about investing in oil and gas investment opportunities
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
What are private placements and why should investors be wary of investing in them
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
Why do you enjoy representing investors in FINRA arbitration
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
Why don't more investors come forward and bring claims to recover investment losses
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
What should investors do if they believe they are a victim of investment abuse
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
What legal duties do brokers owe their customers regarding investment recommendations
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
What are non traded REITs and why should investors be careful about investing in them
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
Where are most investment disputes resolved
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
Is the FINRA forum fair to investors
Galvin Legal is a national securities arbitration, mediation, and investor protection law practice.
