Michael T Mcgrath

Michael T Mcgrath

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 24 years

Family Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials ... +3 more

121 SW Morrison Street, Suite 750, Portland, OR

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 30%

25 years

30%
Child Custody 10%

25 years

10%
Child Support 10%

25 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 24 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gearing, Rackner & McGrath, LLP

121 SW Morrison Street, Suite 750, Portland, OR, 97204-3154

Gearing, Rackner & McGrath, LLP

100 39th Avenue, Suite 100, Astoria, OR, 97103

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Michael T Mcgrath's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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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...t during the storm and make sure you are looked after. I simply cannot recommend him enough. 10/10

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...w a man in Washington state who has primary custody. I am very grateful for Mr. McGrath.

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Michael T Mcgrath's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam McKibben

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Andrew Newsom

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Shareholder, Gearing, Rackner & McGrath, LLP

2001 - 2005

Associate, Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, P.C.

Associations

2017 - Present

Oregon State Bar Disciplinary Board

Member

2016 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

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 Delegates

Member

2009 - 2012

Oregon State Bar Judicial Administration Committee

Member

Education

2001

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Tulsa College of Law

1998

Linfield College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1997

Florida State University

Speaking Engagements

2010

MBA Continuing Legal Education Program

Valuation in a Changing Economy

Languages

English

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