Gerald K Gaffaney, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Health Care, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatDickinson Wright PLLC
Phoenix, AZ
Practicing business in Phoenix since 1974.
- 52+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Gerald K Gaffaney is a member based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Health Care, and Insurance. Gerald has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Phoenix, AZ
- Experience
- over 52 years
- Known for
- Business · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles Business, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Phoenix, AZ.
- Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Gerald K Gaffaney: Gerald K Gaffaney is a member based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Health Care, and Insurance. Gerald has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gerald K Gaffaney
Gerald concentrates on business, health care, insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gerald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Health Care
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Wrongful Death
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Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Gerald takes business matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gerald agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Gerald takes health care matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gerald agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Gerald takes insurance matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gerald agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Gerald takes personal injury matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gerald agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Gerald takes product liability matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gerald agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gerald K Gaffaney — Over 52 years of Arizona business experience
Gerald K Gaffaney is a member based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Business, Health Care, and Insurance. Gerald has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Gerald K Gaffaney is a lawyer practicing corporate, healthcare, product liability & personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Gerald received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Gerald practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Phoenix, AZ.
Working with Gerald on a business matter
Gerald K Gaffaney is a lawyer practicing corporate, healthcare, product liability & personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Gerald received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Gerald practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Phoenix, AZ.
Clients Gerald works with
Gerald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, health care, and insurance matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Gerald K Gaffaney's legal education and bar admissions
Arizona State University
J.D. · 1974
Arizona State University
B.S. · 1971
Jurisdictions
Gerald's state bar admissions
Arizona
1974 · ACTIVE
Gerald studied at J.D. in Arizona State University and B.S. in Arizona State University.
Law school and academic background
Gerald completed J.D. in Arizona State University and B.S. in Arizona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gerald runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Gerald K Gaffaney
Gerald has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Gerald's professional memberships and bar associations
Maricopa County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Arizona American Health Lawyers Association Arizona Association of Health Care Lawyers
President, 2008— Secretary/Treasurer 1996— · membership
Locations
Gerald K Gaffaney's office in Phoenix
Gerald's primary office is at 1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1400, Phoenix, AZ, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dickinson Wright PLLC
1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1400
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Client reviews of Gerald K Gaffaney — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Gerald K Gaffaney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gerald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gerald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gerald's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Gerald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Gerald
Gerald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Gerald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gerald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gerald K Gaffaney
How much does it cost to hire Gerald for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gerald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gerald offer a free consultation?
Gerald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gerald's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Gerald's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Gerald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gerald take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Gerald is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gerald will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Gerald?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Gerald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gerald accepting new business clients right now?
Gerald's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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