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Born:
July 3, 1948
St. Louis, Missouri
Marital Status:
Wife is Kalli O’Malley
Two Children—Lauren (22) and Keller (19)
Education:
Bachelor of Arts (1970) California State University at Fullerton
‑ Major: Public Address & Debate
- Class President (1967-68)
- Baseball (1966-67)
‑ Founding Father of Local Chapter of
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
Jurist Doctorate (1974) Pepperdine University School of Law
- Moot Court Champion
‑ Ranked Third in State in Moot Court Competition
‑ Recipient of several scholarships
‑ American Jurisprudence Award ‑ Criminal Law
‑ Law Review
‑ Student Founder and Organizer of Legal Intern Program
‑ "Terry M. Giles Honor Scholar" award is named
after Mr. Giles and awarded to the top student of
each third year class at Pepperdine School of Law.
Major Awards & Honors:
1990 - Medal of Honor Alumni Award Recipient - Pepperdine University (Only twelve have been awarded in the history of the school.)
1992 - Alumnus of the Year -- Pepperdine University School of Law.
1994 - Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans -- Founded by Norman Vincent Peale in 1947, ten Americans have been presented with this prestigious award each year. The criterion is qualifying as a true "rags to riches" American success story. Mr. Giles is a 1994 award winner and joined the ranks of some of America's greatest contributors. In the history of the Association at the time of his induction, he has the distinction of being the third youngest person to have received this special honor.
1998 - Distinguished Alumnus Award - California State University Fullerton (At the time of Mr. Giles' induction in April, 1998 only 39 awards have been presented out of over 120,000 graduates).
2006 - Outstanding Business Leaders Award—Sponsored by Northwood University in Palm Beach Florida, the award is given to eight American business leaders each year.
2008 - American Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalist—Sponsored by Public Justice, Mr. Giles finished second for his work in the Catholic predator priest abuse cases in 2008.
Business History:
Some of Mr. Giles' more significant current business entities and interests are detailed below.
LAW OFFICES OF GILES & O’MALLEY
Beginning in 1975, Mr. Giles founded and built his law firm in California. He has successfully handled a number of civil and criminal cases throughout California, twenty-one different States, and three different countries. Mr. Giles’ law partner is his wife, Kalli O’Malley. A recruited associate of the prestigious firm of Andrews and Kurth and a former attorney in the Houston prosecutor’s office, Mrs. O’Malley is a seasoned trial lawyer. She and Mr. Giles met while opposing each other in a high publicity trial in Houston, Texas.
Mr. Giles has had 150 jury trials to verdict in the criminal and civil arena. Mr. Giles completed complex litigation against the Catholic Church in California regarding child abuse and is now retired from the courtroom and consults on only a few personally selected cases.
In addition to Mr. Giles’ experience as a trial lawyer, he has served in a Trustee capacity for a number of families dealing with difficult business issues. Mr. Giles has a team of experienced business and forensic accounting experts who assist him in these complex matters. For example, Mr. Giles completed an engagement regarding asset identification and protection surrounding one of the key individuals in the Enron prosecution and has accepted the Georgia Superior Court appointment as “Custodian” for the estate of Martin Luther King and the King Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
MR. GILES' PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
California Bar Association
California Trial Lawyers Association
American Trial Lawyers Association
American Board of Trial Advocates
Mr. Giles has lectured before California Continuing Education of the Bar seminars, Trial Lawyers' Associations, American Bar Association's National Convention, various law schools around the country, numerous service clubs, and concerned citizens groups.
Additionally, he has served as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University School of Law.
GILES ENTERPRISES
This entity was created as the holding facility for various business interests. Mr. Giles’ business career has included ownership of over 30 companies covering a spectrum of interests including banking, automobile dealerships, manufacturing, entertainment, property development, and even producing a play on Broadway. Mr. Giles’ current interests are listed below.
PACIFIC BIOMARKERS INC.
PBI is a diagnostic laboratory performing clinical trials for large Pharma’s located in Seattle, Washington. Mr. Giles is the second largest shareholder of this enterprise.
MEDICAL DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
This enterprise develops technology centered on Revenue Cycle Management. A subsidiary of MDT has developed the MD Coder, a capture billing device now in use by over 2,000 physicians. Primary offices are located in Houston, Texas and Orange County, California.
GREAT ESCAPES
This entity was developed by Mr. Giles to deliver to its clientele luxury accommodations in key areas of the world. Villas and hotels, inclusive of restaurants, include Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Mallorca, Spain, and Eze, France. The restaurant at Chateau Eza on the Mediterranean in the medieval village of Eze was selected by Conde Nast in December, 2013 as the most romantic hotel and restaurant in Europe. Additionally, Conde Nast Magazine and Travel and Leisure Magazine have rated Chateau Eza as one of the top 10 hotels in Europe and one of the top 100 hotels in the world.
LANDMARK WORLDWIDE ENTERPRISES
With forty three offices in twenty one countries around the globe, LWE delivers seminars that emphasize personal growth and responsibility, as well as business consulting services. In addition, there are 85 Licensees from around the world who license LWE’s intellectual property for business consulting purposes. Reaching over 3,000,000 people a year, Mr. Giles serves as Chairman of the Board of the holding company with its world headquarters in San Francisco.
NOTABLE BOARD POSITIONS
HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICANS
Mr. Giles serves on what is considered one of the nations most prestigious Board of Directors. He is also Chairman of the National Scholarship Committee. With its 550 colligate partners; the Horatio Alger Association is now the largest provider of need based scholarships in the nation.
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS—LIFETIME BOARD MEMBER
As a Lifetime Board member, Mr. Giles has the opportunity to contribute input on a far ranging selection of issues including curriculum, educator techniques, and funding needs. He also serves as a member of the Finance Committee which is responsible for the growth and protection of the University’s assets.
GILES O’MALLEY FOUNDATION
This nonprofit charitable foundation was founded in 1987 by Mr. Giles. Significantly funded, it is the centerpiece of the charitable contributions made by he and his wife. Both Mr. Giles and Mrs. O’Malley sit as members of the Foundation's Board of Directors.
MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
As part of the University of Texas, MD Anderson has used both medical and organizational excellence to achieve unparalleled success. Mr. Giles sits on the University Cancer Foundation Board of Visitors, which has the opportunity to oversee the world’s premier cancer center with its stated mission of eliminating cancer. Additionally, he has served as Chairman of the Committee for Technology Commercialization and has been a member of the Executive Committee 5 of the last 7 years.
July 3, 1948
St. Louis, Missouri
Marital Status:
Wife is Kalli O’Malley
Two Children—Lauren (22) and Keller (19)
Education:
Bachelor of Arts (1970) California State University at Fullerton
‑ Major: Public Address & Debate
- Class President (1967-68)
- Baseball (1966-67)
‑ Founding Father of Local Chapter of
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
Jurist Doctorate (1974) Pepperdine University School of Law
- Moot Court Champion
‑ Ranked Third in State in Moot Court Competition
‑ Recipient of several scholarships
‑ American Jurisprudence Award ‑ Criminal Law
‑ Law Review
‑ Student Founder and Organizer of Legal Intern Program
‑ "Terry M. Giles Honor Scholar" award is named
after Mr. Giles and awarded to the top student of
each third year class at Pepperdine School of Law.
Major Awards & Honors:
1990 - Medal of Honor Alumni Award Recipient - Pepperdine University (Only twelve have been awarded in the history of the school.)
1992 - Alumnus of the Year -- Pepperdine University School of Law.
1994 - Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans -- Founded by Norman Vincent Peale in 1947, ten Americans have been presented with this prestigious award each year. The criterion is qualifying as a true "rags to riches" American success story. Mr. Giles is a 1994 award winner and joined the ranks of some of America's greatest contributors. In the history of the Association at the time of his induction, he has the distinction of being the third youngest person to have received this special honor.
1998 - Distinguished Alumnus Award - California State University Fullerton (At the time of Mr. Giles' induction in April, 1998 only 39 awards have been presented out of over 120,000 graduates).
2006 - Outstanding Business Leaders Award—Sponsored by Northwood University in Palm Beach Florida, the award is given to eight American business leaders each year.
2008 - American Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalist—Sponsored by Public Justice, Mr. Giles finished second for his work in the Catholic predator priest abuse cases in 2008.
Business History:
Some of Mr. Giles' more significant current business entities and interests are detailed below.
LAW OFFICES OF GILES & O’MALLEY
Beginning in 1975, Mr. Giles founded and built his law firm in California. He has successfully handled a number of civil and criminal cases throughout California, twenty-one different States, and three different countries. Mr. Giles’ law partner is his wife, Kalli O’Malley. A recruited associate of the prestigious firm of Andrews and Kurth and a former attorney in the Houston prosecutor’s office, Mrs. O’Malley is a seasoned trial lawyer. She and Mr. Giles met while opposing each other in a high publicity trial in Houston, Texas.
Mr. Giles has had 150 jury trials to verdict in the criminal and civil arena. Mr. Giles completed complex litigation against the Catholic Church in California regarding child abuse and is now retired from the courtroom and consults on only a few personally selected cases.
In addition to Mr. Giles’ experience as a trial lawyer, he has served in a Trustee capacity for a number of families dealing with difficult business issues. Mr. Giles has a team of experienced business and forensic accounting experts who assist him in these complex matters. For example, Mr. Giles completed an engagement regarding asset identification and protection surrounding one of the key individuals in the Enron prosecution and has accepted the Georgia Superior Court appointment as “Custodian” for the estate of Martin Luther King and the King Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
MR. GILES' PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
California Bar Association
California Trial Lawyers Association
American Trial Lawyers Association
American Board of Trial Advocates
Mr. Giles has lectured before California Continuing Education of the Bar seminars, Trial Lawyers' Associations, American Bar Association's National Convention, various law schools around the country, numerous service clubs, and concerned citizens groups.
Additionally, he has served as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University School of Law.
GILES ENTERPRISES
This entity was created as the holding facility for various business interests. Mr. Giles’ business career has included ownership of over 30 companies covering a spectrum of interests including banking, automobile dealerships, manufacturing, entertainment, property development, and even producing a play on Broadway. Mr. Giles’ current interests are listed below.
PACIFIC BIOMARKERS INC.
PBI is a diagnostic laboratory performing clinical trials for large Pharma’s located in Seattle, Washington. Mr. Giles is the second largest shareholder of this enterprise.
MEDICAL DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
This enterprise develops technology centered on Revenue Cycle Management. A subsidiary of MDT has developed the MD Coder, a capture billing device now in use by over 2,000 physicians. Primary offices are located in Houston, Texas and Orange County, California.
GREAT ESCAPES
This entity was developed by Mr. Giles to deliver to its clientele luxury accommodations in key areas of the world. Villas and hotels, inclusive of restaurants, include Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Mallorca, Spain, and Eze, France. The restaurant at Chateau Eza on the Mediterranean in the medieval village of Eze was selected by Conde Nast in December, 2013 as the most romantic hotel and restaurant in Europe. Additionally, Conde Nast Magazine and Travel and Leisure Magazine have rated Chateau Eza as one of the top 10 hotels in Europe and one of the top 100 hotels in the world.
LANDMARK WORLDWIDE ENTERPRISES
With forty three offices in twenty one countries around the globe, LWE delivers seminars that emphasize personal growth and responsibility, as well as business consulting services. In addition, there are 85 Licensees from around the world who license LWE’s intellectual property for business consulting purposes. Reaching over 3,000,000 people a year, Mr. Giles serves as Chairman of the Board of the holding company with its world headquarters in San Francisco.
NOTABLE BOARD POSITIONS
HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICANS
Mr. Giles serves on what is considered one of the nations most prestigious Board of Directors. He is also Chairman of the National Scholarship Committee. With its 550 colligate partners; the Horatio Alger Association is now the largest provider of need based scholarships in the nation.
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS—LIFETIME BOARD MEMBER
As a Lifetime Board member, Mr. Giles has the opportunity to contribute input on a far ranging selection of issues including curriculum, educator techniques, and funding needs. He also serves as a member of the Finance Committee which is responsible for the growth and protection of the University’s assets.
GILES O’MALLEY FOUNDATION
This nonprofit charitable foundation was founded in 1987 by Mr. Giles. Significantly funded, it is the centerpiece of the charitable contributions made by he and his wife. Both Mr. Giles and Mrs. O’Malley sit as members of the Foundation's Board of Directors.
MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
As part of the University of Texas, MD Anderson has used both medical and organizational excellence to achieve unparalleled success. Mr. Giles sits on the University Cancer Foundation Board of Visitors, which has the opportunity to oversee the world’s premier cancer center with its stated mission of eliminating cancer. Additionally, he has served as Chairman of the Committee for Technology Commercialization and has been a member of the Executive Committee 5 of the last 7 years.