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After getting into a car accident I called Barbara and it was the best decision I ever made. She is amazing! I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer to represent me. She got me the best settlement to pay back my medi...
The fight with insurance companies is just as hard as fighting for your life after an accident. As long as you dont give up on yourself Barbara will fight for you. The staff at Kidwell and Gallagher were great as well. I...
These two are specialists in two related fields, personal injury and workmen’s comp. Both they and their staff were VERY responsive to me and my questions, and handled my case with patience and competence. I would,...
I feel like kidwell & Gallagher went above and beyond for me. Craig himself and his staff are so nice and helpful. I would highly recommend this law office for your workmans comp/injury needs. You will not be disappo...
The best place to go if you need good hometown lawyers. They are very informative and kept us updated on what was going to happen through out our case.
Was the best experience, we told them the problem and they took over everything, was such a relief. Always there to answer any questions and help is fast is possible.
I was at my job mountain crew changes there in the basement of kidwell and Gallagher
They weren’t able to help with my case, but they directed me to someone who could.
With over 60 years of combined experience representing clients nationwide, our team is dedicated to help our clients and our community. We also have two bilingual staff members to accommodate your needs!
The law firm of Kidwell & Gallagher has a proud history of serving injured Nevadans for more than three decades.
Our story begins in 1988, when Elko native E. Eric Easterly partnered with Roger D. Armstrong to establish Easterly & Armstrong. From the start, the firm was dedicated to helping clients across Nevada, with offices in Elko, Reno, and Las Vegas, and a strong focus on litigation.
As the practice grew, John Lambert joined the partnership, and the firm became Easterly, Armstrong & Lambert, continuing its tradition of advocacy for individuals and families throughout the state.
In 2001, Craig W. Kidwell joined the firm, bringing new energy and leadership. With his arrival, the firm transitioned to Armstrong, Lambert & Kidwell, building on its reputation for excellence in workers’ compensation and personal injury law.
The next chapter began in 2010, when Barbara W. Gallagher joined Craig Kidwell to form Kidwell & Gallagher. Together, they strengthened the firm’s exclusive focus on representing people injured at work or through the negligence of others.
Today, Kidwell & Gallagher continues that legacy with offices in Elko and Reno. With decades of combined experience, we remain committed to providing aggressive, compassionate representation for injured Nevadans. Our mission has always been clear: to stand up for our clients, protect their rights, and fight for the compensation they deserve.
Our Mission
At Kidwell & Gallagher, our mission is simple: to protect the rights of injured Nevadans and secure the justice and compensation they deserve. We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our clients, guiding them through difficult times with compassion, skill, and unwavering dedication. With decades of combined experience in workers’ compensation and personal injury law, we are committed to delivering results that make a difference in our clients’ lives.
Our Values
Client First
We put our clients at the center of everything we do. Your needs, concerns, and goals guide our strategy and representation.
Integrity
We practice law with honesty, transparency, and respect. Trust is the foundation of every relationship we build.
Compassion
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial challenges that injuries bring. We treat every client with empathy and care.
Excellence
We bring deep knowledge, preparation, and determination to every case. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome for every client.
Community Roots
As a Nevada-based firm with offices in Elko and Reno, we are proud to serve the communities where we live and work.
Justice for the Injured
We never forget why we practice law: to stand up for injured individuals against powerful insurance companies and corporations.
Craig W. Kidwell is the managing partner of Kidwell & Gallagher, Ltd., and exclusively represents injured workers in Nevada. Mr. Kidwell has been practicing workers’ compensation law in Nevada since 1999 and has acted as lead counsel on over 2,500 contested workers’ compensation claims.
With more than 27 years of experience in complex litigation cases in Nevada, Mr. Kidwell represents injured workers in Nevada through all stages of Nevada’s complex worker’s compensation system. Craig regularly appears in all levels of Nevada’s administrative workers’ compensation system and has represented injured workers in Nevada’s districts and Supreme Court.
In 2014, Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG) recognized Mr. Kidwell as on of the Nations Top 100 Injured Workers’ Attorneys.
In 2018, the State Bar of Nevada selected Mr. Kidwell as one of the five co-founding board members to serve on the State Bar of Nevada Board of Workers’ Compensation Specialization Committee. In the same year, the 5-member Committee elected Mr. Kidwell as Chairman of the Workers’ Compensation Specialization Committee.
Mr. Kidwell has lobbied and testified before the Nevada Legislature on behalf of the Nevada Justice Association on important issues related to Nevada’s workers’ compensation system.
Mr. Kidwell was born and raised in Elko, Nevada. After graduating from Elko High School, he earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas, then obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. Craig was admitted to the Nevada state bar in 1998 and is also admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
A graduate of the University of Nevada-Reno (B.A. Journalism 1988), and Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D. 1991, with honors), Barbara W. Gallagher is admitted to practice law in both Nevada and California. Ms. Gallagher began her legal career in San Francisco at Furth, Fahrner & Mason where she practiced primarily in the area of business law and complex business litigation.
Ms. Gallagher represented the Kellogg Corporation in several international disputes as well as many other corporations and small business litigants. Ms. Gallagher formerly represented famed San Francisco attorney Melvin Belli, known as “The King of Torts”, in a dispute with his law partners where she came to know “Mel” as a personal friend and mentor.
Ms. Gallagher came to Nevada in 1994, returning to her roots, and began practicing law with former Fourth Judicial District Court Judge Thomas Stringfield at the Stringfield Law Offices in Elko.
At the Stringfield Offices, she practiced in business law, family law, criminal law and personal injury. Ms. Gallagher has represented numerous litigants in both State and Federal Court, including before the Supreme Court of the State of Nevada.
Ms. Gallagher is a member of the American Association of Justice, the Nevada Justice Association, and his been “Highly Rated in Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards” by her peers as monitored by the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell. Ms. Gallagher was also nominated by The Legal Network in 2013 as one of the “Top Lawyers in Nevada”. Ms. Gallagher is a past President of the Elko County Bar Association and was the first woman admitted in Elko as a member of Elko’s Rotary Club International. She donates a considerable amount of time representing the under-served so that they may have access to justice. She is an experienced and zealous advocate for all of her clients and particularly enjoys representing those who are injured who would not otherwise have representation.
In 2008, Ms. Gallagher formed her own law office, where she continued to practice in personal injury, criminal law and family law. Ms. Gallagher joined Kidwell & Gallagher, Ltd., in 2010.
Our Clients Say It Best. Curious how we’ve made a meaningful difference? Visit our Testimonials page to read real stories from individuals like you—people who found peace of mind, relief, and fair compensation thanks to our efforts.
A reputation you can trust: We’re proud to hold a 5-star rating on our Google Business Profile, “Kidwell & Gallagher | Personal Injury Lawyer Reno” a reflection of the trust and satisfaction of our clients. Each review is a testament to the compassion, dedication, and results that define our practice.
With more than 21 years of experience in complex litigation cases in Nevada, we have helped personal injury victims receive a fair compensation for the damage inflicted.
Craig W. Kidwell
Founding Attorney
