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Stibbs & Co., P.C.Senior Counsel
Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza
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Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza

5.0
1 review

831 Crossbridge Drive, Spring, TX 77373

Advice and Counsel, Litigation, Labor Relations and 4 more

About Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza

Joseph G. (Chip) Galagaza is a principal in the Houston office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He has represented employers in a wide variety of labor and employment law matters before both administrative agencies and in state and federal courts.

His experience has covered employment claims of every variety under both federal and Texas state law, including:

•discrimination claims;
•wrongful discharge cases;
•a broad range of employment law torts;
•ERISA litigation;
•workers’ compensation retaliation cases;
•federal wage and hour claims, including collective action lawsuits;
•and matters arising under OSHA.

In the traditional labor area, Chip has experience in union elections, unfair labor practice charges, collective bargaining and arbitration.

In addition, he has long counseled and advised clients in their preventative maintenance efforts. He regularly conducts supervisory training seminars and employee handbook and personnel policy reviews.

Chip has participated in 14 employment law trials to verdict - seven to juries and seven to the bench. He has represented employers in several cases before both state and federal appellate courts.

Utilizing his professional experience and his reputation with the employment bar, Chip also serves as a mediator, primarily in matters involving employment disputes.

He has authored and presented papers at local and regional continuing legal education seminars, and he has likewise made presentations to human resources professional groups. These presentations have covered both legal updates on topics of current interest and nuts and bolts/how-to subject areas.

Chip is Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Honors and Recognitions

•The Best Lawyers in America , Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment (2021)
•The Best Lawyers in America, Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management, and Litigation - Labor and Employment (2010-2021)
•Martindale-Hubbell , AV Preeminent - Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence (1995-present)
•Texas Super Lawyers , Super Lawyers (2003-present)

In the News

Joseph G. (Chip) Galagaza In the News

Best Lawyers Honors More Than 250 Jackson Lewis Attorneys in 2022 Edition

August 19, 2021 • Jackson Lewis

Jackson Lewis Attorneys Honored in The Best Lawyers in America 2021

August 20, 2020 • Jackson Lewis

The Best Lawyers in America 2020 Honors Jackson Lewis Attorneys

August 15, 2019 • Jackson Lewis

Jackson Lewis Attorneys Honored with 2019 Client Choice Awards

March 6, 2019 • Jackson Lewis

 

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AV Preeminent Peer Rated
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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

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Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza got this award in 2021

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Services

Areas of Law

  • Litigation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Arbitration
  • Other 5
    • Advice and Counsel
    • Labor Relations
    • Workplace Training
    • Chemicals
    • Construction

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1981, Texas
    1981, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
    1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
    1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
    1985, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
    1987, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
    1989, U.S. Supreme Court
    1992, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
    Memberships

    Professional Associations and Activities

    •Houston Bar Association
    •SHRM
    •HR Houston (Houston SHRM Chapter)
    •Texas State Bar

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Southern Methodist University
    Class of 1980
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Kenyon College
    Class of 1977
    A.B.
    with distinction
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified, Labor and Employment Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Contact Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza

Senior Counsel at Stibbs & Co., P.C.
5.0
1 review

831 Crossbridge DriveSpring, TX 77373U.S.A.

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  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Western District of Texas and United States Supreme Court.
  • Does this attorney speak any other languages?
    Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza speaks Spanish.
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    Yes, Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Stibbs & Co., P.C. has 15 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Mr. Joseph "Chip" G. Galagaza attended Southern Methodist University.

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