Andrew R. Gillin
GJEL Accident Attorneys 1625 The Alameda #511 San Jose, CA 95126 Practice Area(s): Personal Injury call (408) 955-9000 email lawfirm@gjel.com visit website
Biographical Information
Looking for a trustworthy and experienced attorney after being injured in an accident? Look no further than GJEL Accident Attorneys and founding partner Andy Gillin.
A California native, Andy attended U.C. Berkeley and then went on to earn his Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago. After starting his legal career as a public service attorney, Andy received a call from a former mentor inviting him to explore personal injury law, which ultimately led to the founding of GJEL in 1972.
Over the course of his career, Andy has become a recognized expert in personal injury law, writing and lecturing on topics such as settlement strategies and trial practice for organizations including the California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB). Andy has also been recognized for his ethical standards and impressive track record, holding an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and being included in top listings such as Super Lawyers and the Best Lawyers in America.
At GJEL, Andy has helped countless injured plaintiffs recover damages and compensation for their injuries. One of his most notable cases was a class action against Tenet Healthcare Corporation, which resulted in $117 million in damages for GJEL clients and a major overhaul of Tenet’s corporate governance. As managing partner, Andy is deeply involved with all cases accepted by the firm, collaborating with other attorneys and working tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients.
If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, don’t hesitate to contact GJEL Accident Attorneys and speak with Andy Gillin. With his expertise and dedication to ethical standards, you can trust that you’ll be in good hands. Call GJEL today to schedule a consultation.
Admission Dates & Jurisdictions
Bar Admissions:
- State of California, 1970
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1970
- U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 1970
Published Works:
- Handling the Major Case: The First 100 Days, California Trial Lawyers Syllabus
- California Government Tort Liability Practice (Co-Author), Continuing Education of the Bar
Education
J. D., University of Chicago Law School
B. A., University of California at Berkeley
Professional Experience
At GJEL we specialize in serious injury and wrongful death cases only. Here is a list of some the most common cases we handle:
Car Accidents
Visiting California Car Accident
Rollover Accidents
Uber & Ride Sharing Accidents
Electric Scooter Accidents
Limousine Accidents
Rear End Accidents
Bus & Muni Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Truck Accidents
Passenger Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Hit & Run Accidents
Underinsured Motorists
Dangerous Road Designs
Taxi Accidents
Fatal Car Accidents
Fatal Car Accidents in the Bay Area
San Francisco Bay Area Bus & Muni Accidents
Delivery Driver Accident Attorney
Honors & Awards
Professional Associations
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- The Bar Association of San Francisco
- Alameda County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- State Bar of California
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- California Trial Lawyers Association
Verdicts & Settlements
Over $950,000,000 recovered for clients injured in accidents.