Malcolm Lydon MacGregor, General Attorney in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Founding Partner and AttorneyatMcDonald & MacGregor, LLC
Scranton, PA
Practicing general in Scranton since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Malcolm Lydon MacGregor is a founding partner and attorney based in Scranton, PA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Malcolm has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDonald & MacGregor, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Scranton, PA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- General · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Scranton, PA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Malcolm Lydon MacGregor: Malcolm Lydon MacGregor is a founding partner and attorney based in Scranton, PA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Malcolm has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDonald & MacGregor, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Malcolm takes on
Malcolm concentrates on general, medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and tbi/sci. Each area below outlines the kind of case Malcolm handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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TBI/SCI
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General cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Malcolm takes general matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Malcolm takes medical malpractice matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Malcolm takes personal injury matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Malcolm takes product liability matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
TBI/SCI cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Malcolm takes tbi/sci matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Malcolm Lydon MacGregor — general lawyer in Scranton
Malcolm Lydon MacGregor is a founding partner and attorney based in Scranton, PA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Malcolm has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDonald & MacGregor, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Mr. Malcolm Lydon MacGregor is a lawyer practicing defective and dangerous products, personal injury, auto/trucking/bus accidents and 10 other areas of law. Malcolm received a B.A. degree from University of Scranton in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Malcolm practices at McDonald & MacGregor, LLC in Scranton, PA.
How Malcolm handles general matters
Mr. Malcolm Lydon MacGregor is a lawyer practicing defective and dangerous products, personal injury, auto/trucking/bus accidents and 10 other areas of law. Malcolm received a B.A. degree from University of Scranton in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Malcolm practices at McDonald & MacGregor, LLC in Scranton, PA.
The kind of cases Malcolm takes
Malcolm reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Scranton and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Catholic University of America
J.D. · 1989
University of Scranton
B.A. Communications · 1986
Jurisdictions
Malcolm's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1990 · ACTIVE
Malcolm studied at J.D. in Catholic University of America and B.A. Communications in University of Scranton.
Law school and academic background
Malcolm completed J.D. in Catholic University of America and B.A. Communications in University of Scranton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Malcolm runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Malcolm has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Malcolm's professional memberships and bar associations
Lackawanna County
Member: Board of Directors, 2006-2010 Presenter, Bench-Bar Conference, Civil Litigation President, Young Lawyers Division, 1996-1997), Luzerne County, Pennsylvania (Zone 5 Delegate, House of Delegates, 2003-2008 President, Civil Litigation Council, 2007-2 · membership
Locations
Malcolm Lydon MacGregor's office in Scranton
Malcolm's primary office is at Scranton Life Bldg., 538 Spruce St., Ste. 320, Scranton, PA, 18503. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McDonald & MacGregor, LLC
Scranton Life Bldg., 538 Spruce St., Ste. 320
Scranton, PA 18503
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Client reviews of Malcolm Lydon MacGregor — 4.4/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Malcolm. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Scranton.
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How to hire Malcolm Lydon MacGregor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Malcolm usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Malcolm charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Malcolm'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; Malcolm will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Scranton, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Malcolm
Malcolm discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Malcolm confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Malcolm's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Malcolm Lydon MacGregor
How much does it cost to hire Malcolm for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Malcolm walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Malcolm offer a free consultation?
Malcolm charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Malcolm's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Malcolm's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple general 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. Malcolm gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Malcolm take my case if I'm outside Scranton?
Malcolm is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Malcolm 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 Malcolm?
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. Malcolm will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Malcolm accepting new general clients right now?
Malcolm's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Scranton, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
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