Lisa Jo McGrath

Lisa Jo McGrath, Estate Planning Attorney in Towson, Maryland

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and Tax

Practicing estate planning in Towson since 1995.

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Years practicing
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Lisa Jo McGrath is a partner based in Towson, MD. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and Tax. Lisa has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP.

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Towson, MD
Experience
over 31 years
Known for
Estate Planning · Estate Tax · Tax
  • Handles Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and Tax matters from Towson, MD.
  • Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Lisa Jo McGrath: Lisa Jo McGrath is a partner based in Towson, MD. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and Tax. Lisa has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Lisa Jo McGrath

Lisa concentrates on estate planning, estate tax, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Estate Planning cases in Towson, Maryland

Lisa takes estate planning matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Estate Tax cases in Towson, Maryland

Lisa takes estate tax matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Towson, Maryland

Lisa takes tax matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Towson, Maryland

Lisa takes trusts matters in Towson, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Lisa Jo McGrath — Over 31 years of Maryland estate planning experience

Lisa Jo McGrath is a partner based in Towson, MD. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Estate Tax, and Tax. Lisa has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP.

Lisa Jo McGrath is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and trust administration, federal estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.S. degree from Illinois College in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years. Lisa practices at Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP in Towson, MD.

How Lisa handles estate planning matters

Lisa Jo McGrath is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and trust administration, federal estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.S. degree from Illinois College in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years. Lisa practices at Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP in Towson, MD.

The kind of cases Lisa takes

Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, estate tax, and tax matters in Towson and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Lisa Jo McGrath's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Baltimore

    LL.M. · 1997

  • Illinois College

    B.S. · 1986

Jurisdictions

Lisa's state bar admissions

  • Maryland

    1995 · ACTIVE

Lisa studied at LL.M. in University of Baltimore and B.S. in Illinois College.

Law school and academic background

Lisa completed LL.M. in University of Baltimore and B.S. in Illinois College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Lisa's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Maryland State (Member, Estate and Trust Section) and American Bar Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

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Locations

Lisa Jo McGrath's office in Towson

Lisa's primary office is at The Royston Building, 102 West Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600, Towson, MD, 21204-4526. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP

The Royston Building, 102 West Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600

Towson, MD 21204-4526

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lisa Jo McGrath — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Towson, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lisa

Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every estate planning matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lisa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lisa Jo McGrath

  • How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a estate planning case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Lisa offer a free consultation?

    Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.

  • How long do estate planning cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Towson?

    Lisa is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lisa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Lisa?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Lisa accepting new estate planning clients right now?

    Lisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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