R. Craig Gallagher
About R. Craig Gallagher
R. Craig Gallagher is a lawyer based in Norfolk, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. R. Craig Gallagher is recognized in the following practice area:
- Norfolk, Virginia
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Furniss, Davis, Rashkind and Saunders PC
Education: University of Richmond, J.D., graduated 1986 and James Madison University, B.A., graduated 1983
Location: Norfolk, VA
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