$ 350-350 per hour
Ronald J. McGaw
also known as Judge McGaw (Retired)
About Ronald
Biography
PERSONAL ATTENTION GUARANTEED
30+ YEARS LEGAL EXPERIENCE
FORMER JUDGE
PUBLISHED AUTHOR
As a former Judge for 10 years, and a Park Avenue attorney prior to that, I have handled thousands of difficult situations from both sides of the bench. Let my experience work for you. When you have a difficult problem, you need and deserve an experienced hand to guide you through your troubled times.
- Private practice since 2006 - Law Offices of Ronald J. McGaw, Esq.
- Judge - City of Poughkeepsie Court (1996 to 2006)
- Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto: Park Avenue attorney focusing on Intellectual Property issues, Trademarks and Copyrights (Prior to 1996)
- New York attorney since 1988 (also licensed in California)
- Juris Doctor degree - University of San Francisco, graduated 1987
- Law Review member
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
70%
20 years
Landlord or Tenant
30%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 37 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Ronald J. McGaw, Esq.
3 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601-3249
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Posted by Kayla | February 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Best of the best
Ronald McGaw was referred to me by a friend. The day I called Mr. McGaw about my case he immediately made me feel confident and built a trust. Anytime I had any questions and emailed Mr. McGaw, he always answered in a timely manor! I am so pleased with all he had done for my case! I highly recommend ...
Posted by V | December 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Outstanding Attorney
Mr. McGaw is a very honest and professional attorney. First when I met with him, I said to myself "here we go, another man in a suit who will not understand my situation". He proved me wrong. He has the experience and the patience that was needed to advocate on my behalf. I don't have full custody of...
Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Family court
Ron was clear and focused on the case, he spent lengthy time on the phone with me when needed so I could understand my rights with regard to my case, without any surprises.
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Good lawyer
Mr. McGaw was a great lawyer!!! He was able to collect all my information and make a good offer to the DA and it turned out the DA offer us something even better!!! I want to thank Mr. McGaw for all is hard work and time
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Absolutely Highly Recommended!
I am so grateful to have been able to have Mr. McGaw as my attorney. He takes the time to explain things and answer any questions with great patience. In my case, he was able to see through phony accusations against me, and took care of business and had the case dismissed. An excellent attorney, he...
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Experience
Honors
2004
Advanced Evidence Certificate, The National Judicial College
2002
When Justice Fails Certificate, The National Judicial College
2000
General Jurisdiction Certificate, The National Judicial College
1999
Constitutional Criminal Procedure Course Certificate, The National Judicial College
1985
LAW REVIEW, Univ. of San Francisco School of Law
Work Experience
1996 - 2006
City Court Judge, City of Poughkeepsie Court
1993 - 1996
Attorney, Fitzpatrick Cella Harper & Scinto
1988 - 1993
Attorney, Nims, Howes, Collison, Hansen & Lackert, PC
Associations
1996 - Present
Dutchess County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
City of Poughkeepsie Charter Review CommissionChairman
1996 - 2006
Respect for Law AllianceMember
1996 - 2006
Dutchess County Magistrates AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Nicole Z.
Serious felony reduced and resolved as non-felony with no jail.
McKevitt v. McKevitt
Joint custody and nearly even split of parenting time.
People v. K. Thomas
Drinking/Driving offense negotiated down to simple fine with no suspension.
Dept. of Community and Family Services v. Francis
Dismissal of all charges
People v. Risby
Dismissal of all charges.
Education
1987
U of San Francisco SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
San Jose State Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
Conference on Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence
Publications
2015
Createspace
Lorenzo's Daggers
2005
7 Misc. 3d 1002(A)
People v. Walker
2005
9 Misc. 3d 1113(A)
People v. Knapp
2004
7 Misc. 3d 885
People v. Scivolette
2003
2003 N.Y. Misc. LEXIS 588
People v. Alexander
2002
190 Misc. 2d 815
People v. Xiaojun Wang
2002
190 Misc. 2d 818
People v. Bryan
2002
193 Misc. 2d 306
People v. Sosa
2002
2002 N.Y. Misc. LEXIS 1552
People v. Garrity
2001
187 Misc. 2d 704
People v. Ruparelia
2001
2001 N.Y. Misc. LEXIS 1278
People v. Gamble
2000
186 Misc. 2d 433
People v. Whitted
1998
176 Misc. 2d 354
People v. Green
1996
171 Misc. 2d 89
Powell v. Mountainside Agency
1996
170 Misc. 2d 987
People v. Davis
1996
170 Misc. 2d 979
People v. Barnes
Languages
English
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