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Attorney J. Finn Gavagan, Esq.
Founder, Gavagan Law, LLC
Finn Gavagan is a dedicated civil litigation attorney specializing in personal injury law. With a strong track record of success, he has represented clients in a wide range of cases, including wrongful death, nursing home negligence, medical malpractice, daycare injuries, motor vehicle and pedestrian accidents, slip and falls, and general negligence claims.
Experience, Results & Recognition
He was selected to the Massachusetts Super Lawyers list in 2025 and 2026, a distinction awarded to only the top 5% of attorneys in the Commonwealth. He was named to the Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars List (2020–2024), an honor awarded to just 2.5% of attorneys in the state. He has also been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch (2024, 2025, 2026) and featured in Boston Magazine’s 2021 Top Lawyers List.
Finn has a proven ability to deliver significant results for his clients. His case successes include:
Trial Preparation, Advocacy & Client Service
In 2025, Finn completed On Trial with Judge Kazanjian, an intensive, thirteen-week trial advocacy program led by Massachusetts Superior Court Judge Hélène Kazanjian, focused on advanced trial technique, evidence, motion practice, and live courtroom observation. This judicially led training further sharpens his trial skills and helps ensure that his clients receive strong, strategic representation in Massachusetts courts.
In December 2024, Finn completed the prestigious Building Trial Skills Program through the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) in Boston, an intensive program focused on trial techniques, cross-examinations, and persuasive courtroom strategies. This advanced training ensures that his clients receive top-tier representation in both litigation and negotiations.
Finn prides himself on his integrity, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best results for his clients. His meticulous attention to detail and dynamic approach to litigation make him a trusted advocate for individuals seeking justice after an injury.
Finn earned his law degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law and is an active member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys. Before law school, he was selected as an AmeriCorps Legal Assistant at the New Center for Legal Advocacy (now South Coastal Counties Legal Services) in New Bedford, MA, where he developed a strong foundation in legal service and client advocacy.
