Michael T. McGrath is a shareholder at Gearing, Rackner & McGrath, LLP, and is licensed to practice in both Oregon and Washington. He represents clients in all aspects of domestic relations including dissolutions, legal separations, and contentious child custody and spousal support matters. Michael's goal is to provide the necessary advice, legal information, and advocacy for each client to achieve the best outcome for themselve and their children.
Michael earned his B.A. in political science in 1998 from Linfield College and his J.D. in 2001 from the Northwestern School of Law Lewis and Clark College. He had the opportunity to study in London, England on two separate occasions.
Oregon Super Lawyers has recognized Michael every year since 2008. Super Lawyers and Rising Stars are nominated by their peers in Oregon and ranked by the magazine’s blue ribbon panelists who are recognized leaders in their areas of practice.
In 2017, Michael was chosen to be a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He is also a member of the Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners and several Oregon State Bar select committees and panels.
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Posted by Aaron | July 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Titan of an Attorney
My marriage from start to finish had Michael looking after me. Honestly straight from my experience I can say without a doubt I was in good hands. He is a top notch professional, understanding and caring given any situation. Michael and his umbrella of amazing staff and associates will steer you righ...
Posted by Steve | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worth every penny
Mike did an amazing job in a very lengthy divorce which ended in Trial. Mike knew the case like the back of his hand, with 346 pleadings. Mike listened to what I wanted, This man is brilliant. My 2 children moved with mom 150 miles away during the course of my divorce, a devastating fact. I am no...
"Mike has a great memory and prioritizes communication with his clients. He will give you quality, honest advise and won't make you wait. I endorse Mike."
Family lawyer
2017
President's Volunteer Service Award, Cascade Pacific Council, Boy Scouts of America
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2005 - Present
Shareholder, Gearing, Rackner & McGrath, LLP
2001 - 2005
Associate, Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, P.C.
2017 - Present
Oregon State Bar Disciplinary BoardMember
2016 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2002 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
2001 - Present
Oregon State Bar
2001 - Present
Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners
2001 - Present
Multnomah Bar Association
2001 - Present
Clackamas County Bar Association
2001 - Present
Washington County Bar Association
2010 - 2013
Oregon State Bar House of DelegatesMember
2009 - 2012
Oregon State Bar Judicial Administration CommitteeMember
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1997
2010
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