H. Mills Gallivan

Description of Practice

Mediation and Arbitration of personal injury and commercial matters. Service as a mediation and negotiation consultant in complex matters, and also service as a Special Referee. 

Professional Background

Vanderbilt University, BA 1973
University of South Carolina, School of Law, JD 1976
President of the South Carolina Defense Attorneys Association, 2002
President of the National Foundation for Judicial Excellence, 2012/2013
President Elect of the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel, 2015/2016

Mediation Experience

Certified Mediator and Arbitrator 
Mediation of over 1,000 cases in the last 10 years

Mediation Approach & Philosophy

Almost all of the cases I mediate are in suit and therefore an evaluative process is usually the most effective way to reach a resolution. I bring 40 years of litigation experience to the table along with reputation for fairness, insight and creativity. My knowledge and working relationship with members of the local bar is very helpful as well.

Representative Cases Handled as a Mediator

Available upon request

Complex Case Experience

100+

Fees

I usually charge on a per diem basis; $1,850 for 1/2 day and $2,750 for a full day, no travel or other charges in addition. Hourly rates are negotiable based on complexity and the number of parties.

References

David Pearlman, The Steinberg Law Firm, Charleston, SC
Alan Cochran, The Cochran Law Firm, Greenville, SC
Nick Haigler, at Sowell, Gray & Laffitte , Columbia,SC
Joshua J. Metcalf at Foreman Perry, Jackson, MS
Hugh McAngus, McAngus, Goudelock & Currie, Columbia, SC

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