Atty. Margaret McCarthy

Atty. Margaret McCarthy

Margaret McCarthy is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Margaret received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (845) 493-2194 Book Appointment

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About Margaret McCarthy at a glance

Margaret McCarthy is a Legal Aid Soc. based in Brooklyn, New York. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1990). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1989) and Columbia University (A.B., 1986). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Margaret McCarthy is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Margaret received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Margaret practices in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Margaret McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Where is Margaret McCarthy's law office located?
Margaret McCarthy's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Margaret McCarthy handle?
Margaret McCarthy focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Margaret McCarthy practiced law?
Margaret McCarthy has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Margaret McCarthy go to law school?
Margaret McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1986).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1989
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990

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