Marie Mc Grath, JD, MBA
About Marie Mc Grath, JD, MBA
Marie McGrath, JD, MBA, is a Senior Litigation Attorney at Cordell & Cordell in Austin, Texas, with over 15 years of experience in legal practice and business leadership. She has held various roles, including Managing Attorney at Modern Family Law and Chairman & CEO at DEMAND LIGHTING USA, INC.
Current Position at Cordell & Cordell
Marie McGrath serves as a Senior Litigation Attorney at Cordell & Cordell, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she utilizes her extensive legal expertise to manage complex litigation cases. Her focus includes leading mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations, ensuring favorable outcomes for her clients. McGrath's experience in high-pressure environments contributes to her ability to produce significant client results.
Previous Experience at Modern Family Law
Before her current role, Marie McGrath worked as the Managing Attorney at Modern Family Law from 2021 to 2022. During her nine-month tenure in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, she oversaw legal operations and provided strategic direction for family law cases. Her leadership in this role helped streamline processes and improve client service.
Leadership at DEMAND LIGHTING USA, INC.
Marie McGrath held the position of Chairman & CEO at DEMAND LIGHTING USA, INC. from 2013 to 2020. In this capacity, she led the company through significant growth phases, focusing on revenue expansion and operational efficiency. Her leadership experience in a corporate setting complements her legal career, providing her with a unique perspective on business and law.
Educational Background
Marie McGrath has a strong educational foundation in law and finance. She earned her Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Houston Law Center. Additionally, she holds an MBA in Finance from Pace University. Her undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University at Buffalo. This diverse educational background supports her analytical and strategic capabilities in her legal practice.
Legal and Professional Experience
With over 15 years of experience, Marie McGrath has developed a robust skill set in legal practice. She has worked in various roles, including Associate at Brown Sims, P.C. and Attorney at Law at her own firm, the Law Office of Marie E. McGrath. Her experience includes managing memberships at the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) for nine years, further enhancing her professional network and expertise in legal matters.