MacKenzie Fostar Grills

MacKenzie Fostar Grills

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation, White Collar Crime

525 William Penn Place, 28th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA

About MacKenzie

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

State and Federal

15 years | 200 cases

25%
Family 25%

Divorce, Support, and Custody

15 years | 200 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Leech Tishman Fuscaldo & Lampl, LLC

525 William Penn Place, 28th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

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MacKenzie Fostar Grills's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
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Posted by Marnee | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer to have working on your case

I hired MacKenzie Grills about a year into my custody case due to my previous lawyer having some difficulties with the manner of the case. MacKenzie provided a very detailed and in depth free consultation, and after I had the consultation with her, I knew she would be able to work with me and the si...tuations of my case. She provided a lot of knowledge and insight with her experiences to handle my case. MacKenzie has been doing a good job of keeping me abreast of information regarding my case, and she responds quickly and in a timely manner anytime that I have had questions, concerns or incidents that have occurred during my case. MacKenzie can be tough and aggressive when finding, stating and maintaining facts of the case, but proceeds in a professional manner. MacKenzie has been there for my family and me during this difficult custody process and I would highly recommend her for your legal commitments.

Posted by Cary | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome

I hired MacKenzie Grills to represent me in a custody case. I had first consulted with her and was worried being a father that I wouldn't get much time. She was very honest about my situations. She told me what I could get the first time around and that is what I got. A few years later, my children e...xpressed wanting more time with me. She told me the worst that would happen is the order would remain the same. She said best thing that would happen is I would get more time with them. We had a custody trail and I was given more time with my children. She was amazing in the courtroom. She stuck to the facts when presenting my case to the Judge. As an attorney, she did not do things or allow me to ask her to file things that would just be a waste of money or time. The last hearing I had was a Motion for Contempt filed against me. She represented me again with truth and facts and the Motion was denied. Everything with my case that she said would happen did happen. Her compassion towards family law and people she represents is amazing. At my last hearing, my children came running over to give me hugs. I noticed the smile on her face when they did this and really realized how much she loves doing what she does. I would highly recommend Attorney MacKenzie Grills and I have to friends.

Posted by Gwen | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best lawyer to have on your team

I had to change lawyers in the middle of a divorce due to lack of my previous lawyer lack of "understanding" my situation. I met MacKenzie through a referral and she hands down was an angel sent!! Made the transition smooth, she didn't drag my case out, and def. worked in the interest of her client!...! I won't ever deal with a different lawyer again!!! Trust me she is def a must have on your team!!

Posted by Heather | January 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Would definately recommend Attorney Grills

Attorney Grills was very knowledgeable and attentive. She made a very difficult process easier and less stressful from the consultation through the end. She was upfront and honest from the beginning about options and what would most likely happen during the process. Definately would recommend.

Posted by Chuck | December 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Law

MacKenzie took the time with me to explain everything and was very thorough in handling my case. She returned calls and and showed genuine concern in my case. I would recommend her and DeRiso, DeRiso & Suher to all the people I know who need a lawyer.

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MacKenzie Fostar Grills's Lawyer Endorsements

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Julie Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have no reservations endorsing attorney Grills. She is professional and prepared."

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Alexandra Cabonor

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Grills is extremely professional and a pleasure to work with. Although our case was contentious and we often butted heads, it was always a pleasure to work with her."

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Jonathan Voelker

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very competent adversary who works hard for her clients."

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John Zagari

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Suher

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael DeRiso

Unknown lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Zagari

Family lawyer

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Gregory Suher

Unknown lawyer

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Michael DeRiso

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2008

Outstanding Oral Argument, Duquense University

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Sole practitioner, Law Office of MacKenzie Grills

1900 - Present

Counsel, Leech Tishman, LLC

2011 - 2017

Attorney, DeRiso, DeRiso, & Suher

2008 - 2011

Law Clerk, DeRiso & DeRiso

2008 - 2011

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Ronald Heck

Associations

2011 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

2010 - 2011

Duquense University Business Law Journal

Articles Editor

2010 - 2011

Duquense University Criminal Law Journal

Executive Managing Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Custody

Judge granted the parents shared legal and physical custody of the child

Criminal Charges

not guilty of all charges

Criminal Charges

guilty of a misdeamenor possession charge given 1 year probation

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Education

2007

Saint Vincent College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Duquesne University School of Law

JD

Languages

English

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