Atty. Francis X. Grady

Atty. Francis X. Grady

Member, America's Community Bankers. Author: "Step-by-Step Guide Can Help Avoid Pitfalls of Buying a Branch," The American Banker, April 1, 1988; "An Internal Audit Can Help a Bank Ensure Compliance with Consumer Protection Laws," American Banker, April 9, 1991; "CRA Success Starts with a Plan," American Banker, July 30, 1991; "Steering Clear of Pollution Risk," American Banker, January 22, 1992; "Innocent Errors Create Liability Under the Truth-in-Savings Act," American Banker, March 23, 1993; "Financial Institutions Fail to Take Advantage of Dividend Reinvestment Plans," Ohio Record, Fall 19

Rocky River Rocky River 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Francis X. Grady at a glance

Francis X. Grady is a Member based in Rocky River, Ohio, practicing at Grady & Associates. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984) and District of Columbia (1985). Educated at The Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Georgetown University (B.S.F.S. Georgetown, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Rocky River, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Member, America's Community Bankers

Author

  • "Step-by-Step Guide Can Help Avoid Pitfalls of Buying a Branch," The American Banker, April 1, 1988
  • "An Internal Audit Can Help a Bank Ensure Compliance with Consumer Protection Laws," American Banker, April 9, 1991
  • "CRA Success Starts with a Plan," American Banker, July 30, 1991
  • "Steering Clear of Pollution Risk," American Banker, January 22, 1992
  • "Innocent Errors Create Liability Under the Truth-in-Savings Act," American Banker, March 23, 1993
  • "Financial Institutions Fail to Take Advantage of Dividend Reinvestment Plans," Ohio Record, Fall 1994
  • "Bounce Protection Overdraft Coverage: Doing It the Right Way," The Ohio Community Banker, July/August 2003
  • "BOLI-Financed Executive Compensation," America's Community Bankers 2003 Compensation Survey
  • "Bank-Owned Life Insurance Presents a Window of Opportunity," Community Banker, January 2004
  • "Bounce Protection Overdraft Coverage: Doing It the Right Way," Independent Banker, January 2004
  • "BOLI Investment Policy & Annual Post-Purchase Risk Assessment: New Bank Regulatory BOLI Compliance Obligations," The Ohio Community Banker, June 2005
  • "A Roadmap for the Purchase and Risk Management of BOLI," Community Banker, March 2006
  • "New Bank Supervisory for Commercial Real Estate Credit Concentration," Western Independent Bankers, April/May 2006
  • "Bank and Business Split Dollar Plan," The AALU, Fall 2007

Contributing Author

  • "Consumer Credit Law, Transaction and Forms," Matthew Bender & Co., 1988-2012
  • "Banking Law," Consumer Credit, Volume 7, Matthew Bender & Co., 1992-2012
  • "Ohio Thrift Executive Compensation," September 1989
  • "Ohio, Michigan and Indiana Thrift Executive Compensation," August, 1990
  • "Thrift Executive Compensation for Ohio, Michigan and Indiana," September 1991, September 1992
  • September 1993, August 1994, September 1995 and September 1996
  • "Bank Compensation Survey for Ohio, Michigan and Indiana," August 1994 and September 1995-1996

Practice Areas Explained

Francis X. Grady's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Francis X. Grady handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rocky River are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Francis X. Grady

Where is Francis X. Grady's law office located?
Francis X. Grady's law practice is located in Rocky River, Ohio. The firm is Grady & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francis X. Grady handle?
Francis X. Grady focuses on business, securities, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Francis X. Grady practiced law?
Francis X. Grady has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Francis X. Grady go to law school?
Francis X. Grady earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.F.S. Georgetown, 1980).
How can I contact Francis X. Grady for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Francis X. Grady received?
Francis X. Grady's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University College of Law
- 1984
B.S.F.S. Georgetown
Georgetown University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985

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