RivaLee Ferland

Associate

RivaLee focuses her practice in the areas of civil and commercial litigation, environmental law, and catastrophic personal injury.

In her civil and commercial disputes practice, RivaLee assists with cases involving breach of contract, property loss claims, collections, and other corporate transaction disputes. In environmental, she works with the G&K team who provides comprehensive counsel to an international mining company, specifically in the areas of TSCA Asbestos Reporting requirements and superfund site work. She also works with our employment group to represent schools against alleged employment claims involving disability and sexual discrimination, retaliation, and False Claims Act disputes.

For individuals who have suffered a catastrophic injury or death, she advocates for clients and their families in matters involving aviation disasters, product defects, medical negligence, and motor vehicle accidents. Learn more by visiting RivaLee’s profile on our personal injury website.

During law school, RivaLee interned for one summer at Gallagher & Kennedy, where she acquainted herself with all aspects of the firm’s practice, including anti-trust litigation, commercial property disputes, commercial contract litigation, personal injury and wrongful death actions, and criminal defense. She also had legal externships with the United States District Court for the District of Arizona for Judge Teilborg and the Department of Justice, Criminal Division for U.S. Attorney General William Barr.

RivaLee’s passion for teaching led her to serve as an Academic Success Program (ASP) Tutor for first-year law students and as a Teacher’s Assistant in “Legal Analysis” during law school.

RivaLee received the following honors/awards in law school:

Dean’s Recruitment Award
ASU Law Book Scholarship
Jeremy Govekar Endowed Academic Scholarship
CALI Awards (Contracts, Music Law)
Best Oral Advocate Winner (Legal Advocacy)

While earning her undergraduate degree, she served as a Research Assistant in UofA’s “Psychology, Policy, and Law Lab” and founded an annual student-run music festival, “Bear Down Music Festival,” as part of her leadership roles on the Wildcat Events Board. RivaLee also interned in the Office of the Attorney General – Criminal Division, in Providence, RI, for AG Peter Kilmartin, and with the Tucson Justice Court – Evictions unit.

See RivaLee’s profile on our main website.

Honors & Awards

The National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40, 2024

Just recently finished settling from an auto accident that was a little over 2 years ago, Gallagher & Kennedy represented me and as far as everything goes, I don’t really have any complaints, however I did feel like at times there could of been some more communication with me and letting me know what was going on. Glad everything is finally over and I can move on. Would recommend their law firm to represent you if you want very professional people.

NV ALANGoogle

My secretary used them and said nothing but good things. My initial conversation with them went well and seemed to be pretty straight up, which I can’t say for all lawyers that I have spoken to.

ROSALIE G.Yelp

As a rule, I don’t give reviews…ever. I am making an exception in this case. I had a motorcycle accident, where I was very lucky to keep my leg…and my life. In my search, for the BEST lawyer…Gallagher & Kennedy was my first stop, of 6 scheduled appointments with potential lawyers that day. It was immediately apparent…I already found my team. During my rehabilitation, including 2 major surgeries, I was consistently updated about the details pertaining to my case. The best way I can describe this legal team is…Taking care of business! They got me a 7 figure settlement…In Less than 1 year…just as I got back on my feet, and walking around again! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!! If I ever need ANY legal assistance, as long as I live, I already got my team. Just the fact that I am making this review, should tell you, all you need to know. 6 outta 5 Stars!!! You gave me my Dream Life!!

Blake BenedictGoogle

Professional, practical approach with impeccable follow thru…5 Stars in every way….

Robert DaltonGoogle

This testimonial is a culmination of over two decades of working with G&K. In 2003, I tragically lost my wife in a car accident. A friend’s brother, employed at G&K, reached out to offer support. Through their assistance. I was introduced to Shannon Clark, who assumed the lead role in managing several lawsuits that included 2 large well known companies. Despite being the same same age as myself (28) Shannon exuded a maturity, knowledge and professionalism beyond his years. Within approximately two years, all legal matters were successfully resolved. Since then, Shannon and the G&K team have provided invaluable assistance not only to me but also to several acquaintances. Their exceptional professionalism and dedication are truly commendable and appreciated. Unlike so many other attorneys that are all over TV, radio and billboards, G&K’s modest advertising approach is a testament to their confidence in their exceptional services. Similar to Hell’s Kitchen which relies on reputation rather than extensive television advertising, G&K’s excellence speaks for itself.

Dave NixonGoogle

PRACTICE AREAS

EDUCATION

Arizona State University
J.D., cum laude, 2022
Staff Writer, Law Journal
University of Arizona
B.A., Psychology and English, 2019
Phi Beta Kappa
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity

BAR & COURT ADMISSIONS

Arizona, 2022