Bio
Clients facing high-stakes commercial litigation look to Maegan McAdam for the strong analysis and writing skills that shape successful strategies at trial, on appeal, and in arbitrations. Maegan has deep experience in handling matters such as complex commercial disputes, reinsurance arbitrations, and internal investigations for white collar matters.
Maegan has experience in all phases of litigation from investigation through trial. She is adept at managing the discovery process, particularly when large volumes of information and complex documents are involved. Synthesizing data to prepare outlines for oral arguments, exhibit lists, and direct and cross examinations at trial, Maegan plays a vital role in formulating persuasive legal arguments and building strong cases for clients to resolve conflicts on positive terms. Her experience includes conducting extensive fact and expert discovery as well as drafting dispositive motions and briefs for mediation and arbitration. Maegan has drafted and argued successful motions in limine to help her clients properly limit the evidence to be presented at trial. She has also prepared and examined witnesses both at depositions and at trial.
A detail-oriented team member who takes initiative and delivers high quality work product, Maegan is a litigator who thrives on supporting clients through challenging circumstances and helping them achieve the best possible outcomes.
Experience
Appellate Extern, New York City Law Department, Appeals Division (2013)
Representative Engagements
- Significant experience in defending insurance companies in multimillion-dollar litigations, including defending an insurance company against a $100 million claim through trial, resulting in a successful settlement prior to verdict.
- Counseled company on compliance with Export Administration Regulations (EAR) after the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued new rules.
- Obtained a favorable settlement for client who was wrongfully convicted for a crime he did not commit and incarcerated for 29 years.
Credentials
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, J.D., 2014
Pennsylvania State University, B.A., Psychology and Criminology, 2010
Bar Admissions
New Jersey
New York
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York