Atty. James Joseph McGrath

Atty. James Joseph McGrath

James Joseph McGrath is a lawyer practicing criminal, estate planning, trust and probate and 5 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 59 years.

Independence Independence 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph McGrath at a glance

James Joseph McGrath is a Member based in Independence, Ohio, practicing at James J. McGrath. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1967). Serands clients in Independence, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Joseph McGrath is a lawyer practicing criminal, estate planning, trust and probate and 5 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices at James J. McGrath in Independence, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph McGrath's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Joseph McGrath handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Joseph McGrath is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Joseph McGrath is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

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 Independence 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 James Joseph McGrath

Where is James Joseph McGrath's law office located?
James Joseph McGrath's law practice is located in Independence, Ohio. The firm is James J. McGrath. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph McGrath handle?
James Joseph McGrath focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Joseph McGrath practiced law?
James Joseph McGrath has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
How can I contact James Joseph McGrath for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1967

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