About Gene

Gene Cullan practices personal injury law in Phoenix, Arizona — He has been a senior partner at his firm since 1990. The firm focuses on various aspects of personal injury, including medical malpractice and nursing home abuse. With experience in these areas, he has developed a reputation for advocating vigorously for his clients. His office is located in downtown Phoenix, where he serves clients throughout the state. He earned his J.D. from Creighton University School of Law in 1987.

Prior to that, he obtained a Ph.D. in Anatomy from the University of Nebraska - Medical Center in 1980. His academic background also includes a Master’s degree in Anatomy from the same institution, earned in 1978, and a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Creighton University in 1975. This unique combination of legal and medical education allows him to understand the details of cases involving medical negligence and personal injury. Most of his cases involve claims related to medical malpractice, where he represents clients injured due to negligence in healthcare settings. He also handles nursing home abuse cases, advocating for the rights of vulnerable individuals.

Cases typically progress from initial consultations to filing complaints, gathering evidence, and negotiating settlements. When necessary, he is prepared to take cases to trial to ensure his clients receive the compensation they deserve. Before joining his current firm, he worked as a clerk in 1988, gaining valuable insights into the legal process. His diverse experience across multiple jurisdictions, including Arizona, Nebraska, Missouri, and Iowa, enhances his ability to navigate complex legal fields. He is experienced in the nuances of personal injury law in different states, which benefits his clients significantly. Gene is a member of several professional associations, including the Arizona State Bar, the American Association for Justice, and the Arizona Association for Justice.

He also holds memberships in the Missouri Bar Association, the Nebraska State Bar Association, and the Iowa Bar Association. His involvement in these organizations keeps him updated on the latest developments in personal injury law and allows him to collaborate with other legal professionals. In addition to his legal practice, Gene is actively engaged in various litigation groups, including the AAJ Nursing Home Litigation Group and the AAJ Truck Litigation Group. His commitment to these areas reflects his dedication to advocating for those who have suffered due to negligence. Gene Cullan continues to be a prominent figure in personal injury law in Arizona, providing strong representation for his clients in their times of need.

Education

Creighton University School of Law

J.D. (1987) | Law

1987

University of Nebraska - Medical Center

Ph.D. (1980) | Anatomy

1980

University of Nebraska - Medical Center

M.S. (1978) | Anatomy

1978

Creighton University

B.S. (1975) | Zoology

1975

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Senior Partner

Cullan & Cullan
1990

Clerk

Honorable Donald E. O’Brien, Chief Judge, United States District Court Northern District of Iowa
1988

Accepted Jurisdictions

Arizona
Nebraska
Missouri
Iowa

Court Admissions

Arizona Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Nebraska Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Missouri Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Iowa Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse

Legal Services Scope

Initial Consultation Filing Complaints Gathering Evidence Negotiating Settlements Trial

Professional Associations

Arizona State Bar

has membership Current

American Association for Justice

has membership Current

Arizona Association for Justice

has membership Current

Missouri Bar Association

has membership Current

Nebraska State Bar Association

has membership Current

Iowa Bar Association

has membership Current

AAJ Nursing Home Litigation Group

has membership Current

AAJ Truck Litigation Group

has membership Current