Barasch & McGarry

About

Barasch & McGarry is a distinguished law firm headquartered in New York City, dedicated to advocating for the rights of 9/11 victims and their families. Established in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks, the firm has become the leading legal representative for the 9/11 community, with a remarkable track record of recovering over $7 billion in awards from the Victim Compensation Fund for more than 40,000 clients. The firm is uniquely positioned just two blocks from the World Trade Center site, having been present on that fateful day, and has since dedicated its practice to helping first responders, workers, residents, students, and volunteers who were exposed to the toxic dust and debris. Their compassionate approach is deeply personal, as the firm has lost employees to WTC-linked cancers and continues to support those suffering from 9/11-related illnesses. Over a dozen children of those who perished or suffered from 9/11-related illnesses now work at the firm, creating an environment of authentic understanding and empathy. The firm specializes in navigating the complex processes of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act, which established both the Victim Compensation Fund and the World Trade Center Health Program. Barasch & McGarry assists clients in accessing free lifetime healthcare and the monetary compensation they deserve for 69 types of cancers and respiratory illnesses linked to 9/11 toxin exposure. Their attorneys have represented more 9/11 victims than any other law firm in the country, and they continue to lobby Congress alongside advocates like Jon Stewart and John Feal to ensure full and permanent funding for 9/11 compensation programs. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis, with legal fees at 10% contingent on a successful result, making their services accessible to all who qualify.