Skip to main content

Peter McGrath

  Save
Avvo Rating10
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Licensed for 7 years
  • Free consultation
View more
See more Buffalo Divorce & Separation lawyersSearch
AboutContactReviewsCost

About Peter

I am the Principal Attorney at the McGrath Law Firm, PLLC, located in Buffalo, New York.  My firm prides its self on a four pillar approach and a fresh perspective on legal representation (review the firm's website to unserstand what this means: www.thebuffalolawyer.com).

 

The McGrath Law Firm is a full-service general practice firm.  That is, we are equipped to handle all of your legal needs.  Give us a call for a free consultation.  We will work diligently to resolve your legal issue.  For low cost/high quality legal representation in Western New York, contact the McGrath Law Firm.

Practice areas

OtherReal estateSpeeding and traffic ticketLandlord or tenantDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

  2. Landlord or tenant: 25%

  3. Speeding and traffic ticket: 10%

  4. Real estate: 5%

  1. Criminal defense: 5%

  2. Litigation: 5%

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

4427358 1369505910

4427358 1369505944

4427358 1369505967

4427358 1369505987

4427358 1369506003

Contact

3110 Delaware Avenue
address map

McGrath Law Firm, PLLC

3110 Delaware Avenue
Kenmore
Buffalo, NY, 14217

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 201312/06/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers220
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 40 Under 40The National Advocates2018
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40American Society of Legal Advocates2017
Lead Counsel RatedThomson Reuters2017
Top 40 Under 40The National Advocates2017
10 Best Under 40American Institute of Family Law Attorneys2017
10 Best Under 40American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys2017
Family Law Attorney of the Year in New YorkGlobal Law Experts2016
Wills and Trusts Attorney of the Year in New YorkGlobal Law Experts2016
Lead Counsel RatedThomson Reuters2016
Lead Counsel RatedThomson Reuters2015
Top ContributorAvvo.com2013
Kean ScholarKean University2009
Summa Cum LaudeKean University2009
Chapter ScholarPhi Kappa Phi2009
Kean ScholarKean University2009
Academic Distinction AwardKean University2009
Kean ScholarKean University2008
Kean ScholarKean University2007
MemberPhi Theta Kappa2007
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Adjunct ProfessorCanisius College2016 - Present
Of CounselAmil Sarfraz, PLLC2013 - Present
Volunteer AttorneyErie County Bar Association's Volunteer Attorney Program2013 - Present
Principal AttorneyMcGrath Law Firm, PLLC2013 - Present
MemberMcGrath Property Management, LLC2016 - 2016
Law ClerkLaw Offices of Jaworski & Giacobbe2011 - 2012
Law ClerkLaw Office of Joseph Gervase2010 - 2011
Legal InternCity of Buffalo Law Department2010 - 2011
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Alliance Francaise de BuffaloMember2017 - Present
Real Estate Educators AssociationBroker2016 - Present
Bar Association of Erie CountyMember2015 - Present
New York Bar FoundationMember2015 - Present
WNY Wills on WheelsPresident2015 - Present
Western District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice2015 - Present
American Cancer SocietyMember2014 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember2014 - Present
Young Lawyers ClubMember2014 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
New York Appellate Division, Fourth DepartmentAdmitted to Practice2013 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Ab Initio Law BlogTwo Important Lease Provisions to be Added to Residential Lease Agreements2014
Blogger.comAb Initio Law Blog2013
Ab Initio Law BlogOpinion: Does Exerience Really Matter When Hiring an Attorney?2013
Ab Initio Law BlogOpinion: Federal Child Welfare Laws Should be Amended2013
Ab Initio Law BlogLegal Underpinnings of a State's Ability to Collect Internet Sales Tax2013
Ab Initio Law BlogLeveling the Playing Field: The Marketplace Fairness Act2013
Ab Initio Law BlogMarketplace Fairness Act: Equity for the States2013
Ab Initio Law BlogThe Heart of the Marketplace Fairness Act2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
State University of New York at Buffalo School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2012
Kean UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude2009
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Paralegal Certification CourseParalegal Certification Course2016
Paralegal Certification CourseLegal Terminology and Introduction to Legal Process2016
Paralegal Certification CourseEthics, Introduction to Torts and Contracts, and Documents2016
Paralegal Certification CourseCivil Procedure & Evidence, Interviewing, and Investigation, Pleading Format, Discovery, & Civil Litigation2016
Paralegal Certification CourseElementary Legal Research, Authority, & Citation Format2016
Divorce CenterDivorce: The Easy Way2015
Will WorksopEstate Planning2015
YWCA Speaker SeriesThe Legal System2013
Kean University Pre-Law SocietyApplying to Law School2011
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v. JMACD
Fidelis Asset Management LLC v. BingaThe case was discontinued after several preliminary conferences.
SR and BR v. Sweet Home et alSettlement
Matter of MWGuardian of the person and property appointed.
Islam v. Moughal (2)Motion to Dismiss Granted
Islam v. MoughalAppeal Granted
Tasnim v. MAP PropertiesMoney Judgment
In Re KavanaughStipulation
In Re MattesonAn order affirming the order of the Family Court
Black v. City of BuffaloMotion for Summary Judgement Granted
Morales v. City of BuffaloMotion Denied

Reviews

(21)
5 Star
100%
4 Star
0%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
Review Peter McGrath

Professional and respectable

Posted by

I’m international student. When I arrived to the USA, I bought a new car. Because my school didn’t update my information in the immigration site, I couldn’t do the procedures in DMV. One week later, police officer stopped me, and gave me four violations ( Registration VIOL, Insurance VIOL, VEH equivalent VIOL, and Turn signal VIOL. Thus, I could have been fined up to $1,216, had my driving privileges suspended for one year, and could have been sentenced to 30 days in jail. The reason for choosing Peter McGrath once he said I cannot promise you but I’ll do my job. He was honest with me, kind, and tolerate my poor English language. Aftermath, I’m satisfied with plea reduction, and I just paid $300, I would recommend him for any one need attorney support.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Thankful

Posted by

I hired Pete about a year ago to represent me in a divorce against my husband. I could not be more satisfied and thankful for his help. From what I read on the internet, I stood to loss a lot as I make significantly more money than my ex-husband and my ex also had informed me that he would do everything in his power to get custody of our 3 children. Well, after everything was said and done, I have to pay a minimal amount of alimony and I have primary custody of my children. I owe this to Pete. He fought hard for me, was always available to answer my questions, and is genuinely a good and caring person. I highly recommend him as an attorney and person.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

So thankful for Peter!!

Posted by

I was terrified after I was arressted, running a stop light, expired inspection, no registration paperwork and to make matters worse my license had been been suspended... I was faceing over $2000 in fines and criminal court costs (suspended license is a misdemeanor) and potential jail time according to every other attorney I had contacted. Then I met Peter McGrath, he was so down to earth and professional he really put my mind at ease and quoted me significantly lower than the $2000 I had gotten previously. Peter handled everything keeping me in the loop during the entire process. The whole thing was quick and painless and with Peters expertise he was able to get all of those charges reduced to a single parking ticket!!!! I am so relieved that I had Peter in my corner and have referred everyone I know that if they need legal help Peter is the guy!!! Thanks again Peter
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Speeding ticket

Posted by

Pete got all required paperwork together and submitted to Amherst Town Court. Professional and responsible. I will recommend Pete to any UB students.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Mr. McGrath Did a Great Job!

Posted by

I hired Peter to take care of a ticket that I received for talking on my cell phone while driving in Kenmore. I decided to hire him because he explained things in a down to earth manner and seemed like he understood my position well. In addition, he didn't make me feel like an idiot for my lack of understanding of the New York's funky traffic citation system. My court date came and went and in the end I am paying nothing to Kenmore, do not have to take a driving class and can wash my hands of the whole situation. I could not have asked for a better experience.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Consultation

Posted by

Needed some advice on what my next step would be with a divorce. Peter was extremely receptive to my concerns, he was easy to talk to and put me at ease right away. He Explained my options and I went from a teary state to felling a lot better.. Unfortunately, he's a 6 hr hour drive or I would have hired him wIth no hesitation...
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney

Excellent!

Posted by

I hired Peter to fight a speeding ticket. Finding a reliable and trustworthy lawyer was a challenge especially through Internet. After speaking to a number of lawyers, I hired Peter. He sounded sincere, experienced and was able to tell me right away what he can do for me. He reduced my double speeding ticket with 30 mph overage to a parking violation without any demerit points. I would recommend him to my friends. Thank you Peter for excellent work!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Excellent Lawyer with Results

Posted by

I recently got a speeding ticket in Lewiston and Peter did an amazing job representing me and getting results in my favor. He was very responsive and stepped me through the entire process. I highly recommend him !!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Excellent attorney

Posted by

Peter McGrath is an excellent attorney and a good person who sincerely cares about other people. I retained Mr. McGrath on two separate occasions. The fee that I paid for each case was well within the parameters of what I considered reasonable. When I attempted to retain the services of Mr. McGrath, he responded immediately and kept me comfortably updated throughout the entire process. Each case was settled superbly.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Best Lawyer I could have ever had

Posted by

I contacted many lawyers for my separation/ divorce and got the run around.But Mr. Peter McGrath called me back immediately and handle my case quickly and painlessly.I never thought I would be divorced that quick and I got everything I asked for please keep in mind I know not all divorces are like that however I don't believe any other attorney would have done what he did for me .
See all reviews

Attorney endorsements

(34)
Are you an attorney? Endorse this lawyer

Mark Clay, Immigration Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly endorse Mr. McGrath. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.

Judd Nemiro

Professional and knowledgeable. I endorse this lawyer.

Amil Sarfraz, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Pete's a great lawyer and I look forward to working with him in the future.

Mario Gregori, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Pete is a highly skilled attorney who will go above and beyond for all of his clients. He is a well respected attorney in the area and I highly recommend his services.

Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Jan 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Alan Brinkmeier, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Sep 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. His answers on AVVO are always substantive, sharp and helpful. I agree with them.His knowledge and experience make him a valuable asset to the legal community.

James Shields, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Peter. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on May 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation.

Christopher Leroi, Mediation Attorney on Aug 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. McGrath is an incredible attorney who provides sage advice to all questions asked on Avvo. He is extremely knowledgeable and even though I have been practicing for 23 years as a judge, magistrate, and prosecutor, I learn from him every day.

Olga Someras

Mr. McGrath is an intelligent, hardworking and insightful attorney, well-respected amongst other attorneys in his community and extremely helpful to those seeking legal advise. As such, I endorse Mr. McGrath as an overall exceptional attorney.

V. Iyer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

As a fellow attorney in the Avvo community, I have the opportunity to read some if not all of his legal responses on Avvo. His answers indicate that they are both insightful and helpful. He does insert the practicalities of the situation which is helpful to the lay person seeking legal information. He obviously has a deep understanding of law. I fully endorse Mr. McGrath

Peggy Raddatz, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Thomas Ifversen

As a fellow attorney in the Avvo community, I have been following Mr. McGrath's legal responses. His answers are both insightful and helpful. He obviously has a deep understanding of law. I fully endorse Mr. McGrath.

Suzan deSeguin-Hons, Asylum Attorney on Jul 9, 2013
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Louis Sternberg, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is an experienced attorney and an trustworthy Avvo contributor.

Parker MacKay, Litigation Attorney on Jul 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Mr. McGrath as a capable, competent attorney in the community, fully equipped to handle both transactional and litigation matters. Moreover, his connections downstate provide unique opportunities for those fellow lawyers or clients whose needs extend beyond the Western New York area, while his low overhead as a solo practitioner allow him to ultimately provide solutions that are cost-effective.

Frank Natoli, Internet Attorney on Jun 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. McGrath always offers thoughtful responses and insights. I endorse this lawyer.

Cost

RATES
    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes