Michael Barasch
About Michael Barasch
Michael Barasch is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Michael Barasch is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Barasch & McGarry
Education: Fordham University, J.D., graduated 1981
Location: New York, NY
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