Scott Boardman and James Gallagher are both experts in criminal defense, having represented thousands of people over their careers and have tried over a hundred cases to verdict in State and Federal Court. Their cases have ranged from domestic battery to capital murder, with a high acquittal rate at trial.
Scott and James have been working together for over a decade. This firm was forged from mutual respect, but also, more importantly, from friendship. Each case that is handled receives the attention of both attorneys. Scott generally takes the lead in court appearances and communication and negotiation with the prosecution, while James mainly focuses on the investigation and research aspects of the cases. They communicate frequently about every pending case. Both attorneys are available to consult with clients and their families. When it is time to go to trial, they generally will try the case together.
Working together, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. This collaborative spirit is what they believe allows them to provide the highest level of representation to their clients. Boardman & Gallagher also maintain close working relationships with a number of other criminal defense firms in the area. These relationships fosters further collaboration with talented attorneys and allows for cooperation in defending multiple defendant cases with lawyers they respect and trust. Scott and James believe that a spirit of collegiality is crucial to achieving excellence in their profession and the practice of law. Boardman & Gallagher believes that striving for professional excellence is the key to obtaining the best possible outcome for each and every person who trusts their case to the firm.
Attorney
Scott thereafter began working with attorney Frank de la Grana and he was able to immediately immerse himself in a vast array of criminal defense and constitutional law issues.
One of the areas in which the firm was heavily involved was the defense of First Amendment Issues, especially concerning the area of criminal obscenity.
Scott is well-versed in First Amendment issues and is a member of the First Amendment Lawyers Association. He became a partner in the new firm of de la Grana/Boardman and remained so until the retirement of Mr. de la Grana in 2024.
Scott Boardman and James Gallagher began working on cases together over a decade ago and made such a formidable duo that they decided to form Boardman & Gallagher in 2025.
Attorney
Mr. Gallagher is an experienced Criminal Trial Attorney, defending well over a thousand people charged with crimes. Mr. Gallagher has handled a wide range of cases, including Capital Murder, Capital Sexual Battery, Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, and Arson, obtaining dismissals and not guilty verdicts in numerous serious prosecutions.
A graduate of the University of Alabama School of Law, Mr. Gallagher focused his studies on issues related to criminal defense and the rights of citizens when dealing with the government. Mr. Gallagher has exclusively worked as a criminal defense attorney, realizing in law school that he would rather defend people than put them in prison.
He is especially motivated by issues involving wrongful arrest and illegal search and seizure. Mr. Gallagher has been practicing law since 2010. Mr. Gallagher worked for a number of years in public defense in New York and Florida. After entering private practice, Mr. Gallagher began consulting with Mr. Frank de la Grana and Scott Boardman, often being contracted to assist with their more demanding cases.
He was invited to join the firm of de la Grana/Boardman as Of Counsel in 2017, continuing to serve as trial counsel on the firm’s more challenging cases.
Mr. Gallagher regularly acts as a consultant with a number of local and national level attorneys in both State and Federal matters on evidentiary issues, motion practice, trial strategy, and jury selection issues. It is source of professional pride that he is trusted by his colleagues seeking advice and assistance. Mr. Gallagher has contributed to successful results in his own practice and the practice of various other firms.
Upon the retirement of Mr. de la Grana, Mr. Gallagher and Mr. Boardman decided to continue their professional relationship and formed the new firm of Boardman & Gallagher.
Our experience, our knowledge, and our passion drive us to pursue the best possible results for our clients. Boardman Gallagher Law is dedicated to providing excellence in legal representation. Call our office at (813) 248-0704 to schedule an appointment. If there is a pressing need to speak to an attorney immediately, you may call or text Mr. Boardman on his cell-phone at 813-924-2519 and Mr. Gallagher at 813-382-5547. We will do our best to return all calls as soon as possible.
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