JAY Hickey
ASSOCIATE –
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
“I have always been passionate about helping and protecting people.”
ABOUT JAY HICKEY
Jay Hickey is a skilled criminal defense attorney at Gallian Firm, known for his unwavering dedication to his clients and a diverse background that combines military service and legal experience. After graduating cum laude from Texas Tech University, Jay served as a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy, completing three tours at sea. During his military career, he developed exceptional leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, which now inform his approach to the legal profession.
Jay earned his Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law, where he excelled as a leader on the mock trial team, competing against top law schools nationwide. His team’s impressive performance earned the highest placement in the school’s history, solidifying St. Mary’s as the number one ranked advocacy program in the nation by the American Bar Association.
At Gallian Firm, Jay is driven by a commitment to protecting his clients’ rights and ensuring they receive fair treatment. He thrives on meticulously analyzing evidence to dismantle cases and passionately advocating in court to tell his clients’ stories. Jay is proud to be part of a firm that prioritizes compassion and client care, providing top-tier representation to individuals facing some of the most challenging times of their lives.
Awards
- Order Of The Barristers
- National Mock Trial Team
Education
- Texas Tech University, B.S.
- St. Mary’s University School of Law, J.D.
Bar & Court Admissions
- Supreme Court Of Texas
Q&A’S WITH JAY
What brought you to this professional career path?
I am a person who values rules and morals, so the law seemed like a natural fit for me. Our job in criminal defense is to hold the government accountable, to make sure they are following the rules, protecting our client’s rights, and fighting to make sure that our clients get fair treatment.
What are some of your hobbies outside of the office?
In my free time I love going to the gym, reading, and I’m a huge movie buff. I spend most of my downtime doing activities with my wife and dog. I love doing all types of physical activities like hiking, rock climbing, and boxing. I’m also a die-hard Chicago Bears fan, BEAR DOWN!
What do you enjoy most about working in the legal profession?
My two favorite parts of working on a case are when we first get the evidence and then the trial itself. When we first get the evidence, I get to go through all of it like a detective, looking for little things that others might miss, and strategizing how to break the prosecution’s case apart. When we get to trial, I love that I get to stand and be the voice for our clients, telling their stories, and defending them against what can feel like an overwhelming government force.
Why did you join Gallian Firm?
I knew I had to work at this firm. The way they practice law is different from any other firm I’ve ever seen. Lawyers as a whole have an obligation to “zealously advocate” for their clients and no one does that better than the people at Gallian Firm. Whereas most law firms only care about getting as many clients and as much money as possible, the people here truly care about the clients. The amount of attention and compassion they put into every single case is astounding and goes well above what you would find at most law firms. I am blessed to have been hired here and honored to serve a part of this team.