Atty. Joseph Gerard McGraw

Atty. Joseph Gerard McGraw

Joseph Gerard McGraw is a lawyer practicing state and federal civil trial law, personal injury, automobile accidents and 4 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Rockford Rockford 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Gerard McGraw at a glance

Joseph Gerard McGraw is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at The Law Office of Joseph G. McGraw, Ltd.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1989), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sev (1989). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1985) and University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Winnebago County (Chair: Trial Section, 1997 Judicial Liaison Committee, 1998-1999) and Illinois State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Gerard McGraw is a lawyer practicing state and federal civil trial law, personal injury, automobile accidents and 4 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Joseph practices at The Law Office of Joseph G. McGraw, Ltd. in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Gerard McGraw's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Joseph Gerard McGraw is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Joseph Gerard McGraw is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph Gerard McGraw is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Joseph Gerard McGraw is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rockford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Gerard McGraw

Where is Joseph Gerard McGraw's law office located?
Joseph Gerard McGraw's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is The Law Office of Joseph G. McGraw, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Gerard McGraw handle?
Joseph Gerard McGraw focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph Gerard McGraw practiced law?
Joseph Gerard McGraw has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Joseph Gerard McGraw go to law school?
Joseph Gerard McGraw earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Joseph Gerard McGraw for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Gerard McGraw directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph Gerard McGraw received?
Joseph Gerard McGraw's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1985
B.A.
University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sev
Admitted: 1989

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