Brett R. Gallaway

Brett R. Gallaway
Born (1984-09-20) 20 September 1984
Alma materNew York University, Tulane Law School
OccupationTrial lawyer

Brett R. Gallaway (born September 20, 1984) is an American trial lawyer who is Chair of McLaughlin and Stern’s Litigation, Class Action, Hospitality, and Art Law Practices.[1] He is best known for winning class action lawsuits, and for representing clients in high profile sexual harassment, assault and domestic violence cases.[2]

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.[3]

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.[4] 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.[3]

Gallaway has been involved in notable legal cases, including litigation against Apple Inc. [5] and the lawsuit alleging an unlawful scheme involving gallerist Mary Boone.[6] His clientele includes professional athletes such as Brandon McManus[7] and Deven Thompkins,[8] and numerous individuals involved in large-scale building fire and water damage cases.[9]

Gallaway also has experience conducting internal investigations on behalf of major professional sports organizations, including the NFL and NHL.[10] He is frequently referenced in media outlets and legal publications for his distinctive approach to litigation.[11]

References

  1. ^ Jenna West and Ben Standig,"Kicker Brandon McManus accused of sexual assault during Jaguars flight". nytimes.com. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  2. ^ Associated Press,"NFL kicker Brandon McManus faces sexual assault lawsuit from two women". theguardian.com. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Brett R. Gallaway Top rated Employment & Labor attorney in New York, New York". profiles.superlawyers.com. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  4. ^ "NFL kicker Brandon McManus accused of sexually assaulting two women on flight to London". news.sky.com. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  5. ^ a b Judy Greenwald,"Apple must compensate retail workers in bag search case". businessinsurance.com. 3 September 2020. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  6. ^ a b Wallace Ludel,"Mary Boone sued by former director for withholding wages and 'misappropriating' more than $10m". theartnewspaper.com. 27 February 2020. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  7. ^ Jaclyn Hendricks,"Brandon McManus' lawyer fires back at sexual assault allegations against Commanders kicker". nypost.com. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  8. ^ a b Josh Alper,"Former Bucs WR Deven Thompkins accused of domestic violence". nbcsports.com. 6 June 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  9. ^ Victoria Manna,"Sunnyside fire victims take legal action against building landlord". ny1.com. 26 June 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  10. ^ Stephen Whyno,"NFL kicker Brandon McManus, Jaguars sued for alleged sexual assault". cbc.ca. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  11. ^ "National Roundup". legalnews.com. 29 May 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  12. ^ "Commanders release kicker Brandon McManus after two women sued him for sexual assault". foxsports.com. 9 June 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
  13. ^ Rick Stroud & Joey Knight,"Ex-Buc Deven Thompkins sues estranged wife following abuse accusations". tampabay.com. 21 June 2024. Retrieved 18 July 2025.