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Kelly Lucinda Galligan

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Corporate and M&A Attorney at Rutan & Tucker, LLP
📍 Corona del Mar, California, United States

Kelly Galligan is a Partner at Rutan & Tucker, LLP, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and corporate governance for middle-market companies. An alumna of the University of California, Irvine School of Law, she is a trusted advisor for founders navigating growth and high-stakes negotiations, structuring deals valued between $5M and $500M.

Deeply committed to her Orange County community, Kelly serves as the President of Project Youth OC, an organization supporting at-risk youth. She is also an active board member for CASA OC and the Newport Beach Foundation, frequently participating in and sponsoring local community events like the Corona del Mar Scenic 5K.

Interesting fact: In 2024, Kelly was named one of the American Bar Association’s “On the Rise – Top 40 Young Lawyers” in the United States.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Corporate and M&A Attorney
Location
Corona del Mar, California, United States
Personality Overview

How Kelly shows up

Story Driven
Consensus Focused
Optimistic

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Kelly cares about

M&A Strategy
Her core practice involves advising founders and companies on high-level strategy, deal structuring, and negotiation for mergers, acquisitions, and private equity investments.
Youth Empowerment
Serves as President of Project Youth OC and is on the board of CASA OC, demonstrating a strong commitment to mentoring and providing resources for at-risk youth.
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Career

Work history

9-2015
Corporate and M&A Attorney
Rutan & Tucker, LLP
8-2012 - 5-2015
Law Student
UC Irvine School of Law
9-2011 - 7-2012
Legal Intern
DoubleLine Group LP
In the press

Media appearances

Episode 207: The Lawyer Every Entrepreneur Needs In Their Corner – Kelly Galligan, Corporate & M&A Partner at Rutan & Tucker, LLP. Featured in Powerful Ladies Podcast
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Rutan Partner Kelly Galligan Named one of American Bar Association’s “On the Rise‑Top 40 Young Lawyers” for 2024. Featured in Rutan & Tucker, LLP
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Education
2012 - 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of California, Irvine School of Law
2006 - 2010
Bachelor of Arts
Hope International University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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