Education Degrees:
JD, State Bar of Georgia (1984); JD, Cumberland School of Law, Samford University (1981)
Affiliations Awards:
Georgia Urban Forest Council; Georgia Chapter, Association of Women in Environmental Professions; Alabama State Bar; Board Member, Environmental and Toxic Tort Section, Atlanta Bar Association; Section of Environmental, Energy and Resources, ABA
Charity:
Board of Directors, St. Jude Recovery Center; Board of Directors, Environmental Leadership Institute
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work and ability to be attentive to her clients.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because after she relocated to Atlanta and applied for a position within the attorney general's office, which eventually led to her working in the environmental sector.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Gallo is an environmental attorney and has been practicing environmental law exclusively since 1985. She has a working knowledge of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. Her environmental law practice covers all aspects of the field, including air, water, waste and wetlands.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Permitting and handling enforcement actions; Litigating for the Georgia Environmental Protection Division; Representing the department of agriculture for pesticide regulation
Awards/Honors:
Top 50 Female Lawyers; Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Gallo hopes to continue in environmental law.