Atty. Michael P. McGrath
Michael P. McGrath is a lawyer practicing business, real estate, products liability and 9 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving East Hanover, NJ · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael P. McGrath at a Glance
Michael P. McGrath is a Partner based in East Hanover, New Jersey, practicing at Garrity, Graham, Murphy, Garofalo & Flinn, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on discrimination, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (1975), New Jersey (1978), and U.S. District Court District of New Jersey (1978). Educated at Saint Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Dayton (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in East Hanover, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael P. McGrath
- Michael P. McGrath is a lawyer practicing business, real estate, products liability and 9 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Garrity, Graham, Murphy, Garofalo & Flinn, P.C. in East Hanover, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Michael P. McGrath's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael P. McGrath handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in East Hanover.
Workplace Discrimination in East Hanover
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Probate in East Hanover
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Personal Injury in East Hanover
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 in East Hanover
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Estate Planning & Probate in East Hanover
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in East Hanover
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in East Hanover are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
East Hanover Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a East Hanover-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in East Hanover Choose Michael P. McGrath
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael P. McGrath's practice in the field of discrimination, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael P. McGrath brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and New Jersey, Michael P. McGrath can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, probate, and personal injury, Michael P. McGrath can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in East Hanover
A East Hanover-based practice means Michael P. McGrath attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael P. McGrath Handles in East Hanover
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