About John Charles
John Charles Grady is an attorney based in Woodbury, New Jersey, with a remarkable career spanning over four decades in personal injury law. As a partner at Craig Annin & Baxter, LLP, located at 58 Euclid Street, Woodbury, NJ 08096, he specializes in various areas, including personal injury, civil rights, employment law, insurance claims, and insurance defense. Grady's experience has established him as a prominent figure in the legal community. Admitted to the New Jersey State Bar in 1982, Grady has dedicated more than 40 years to practicing law in the state. His commitment to the field is further evidenced by his admission to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1989. He earned his Juris Doctor from Rutgers School of Law, a respected institution known for its rigorous legal education.
Prior to that, Grady obtained a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from St. John's University, laying a solid foundation for his legal career. Throughout his distinguished career, Grady has been recognized for his expertise in civil trial law. He has held the certification as a Civil Trial Attorney from the New Jersey Supreme Court for over 25 years, with his most recent re-certification extending through 2021. This designation reflects his proficiency and dedication to civil trial practice, underscoring his commitment to excellence in the legal profession. In addition to his legal practice, Grady has made significant contributions to legal education and public service.
He served as the Lead Deputy for the Insurance Fraud Section of the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety, where he managed civil trial and appellate litigation related to the Insurance Fraud Prevention Act. His role in this capacity allowed him to influence policy and enforce laws aimed at preventing insurance fraud. Grady has also shared his knowledge by lecturing for the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, the National Business Institute. The Camden County Bar Association on various topics, including insurance fraud, trial skills, ethics, and spoliation. Grady's legal practice extends to both State and Federal courts in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as well as the Third Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. He has appeared in all divisions and at all levels of the New Jersey court system, representing clients across every county.
His practice areas encompass civil rights, employment law, insurance claims, insurance defense, consumer law, and personal injury. Notably, he has defended municipalities and police officers in civil rights litigation while also handling plaintiff's personal injury matters against private individuals and entities. Grady is a member of the New Jersey State Bar and has earned recognition from Super Lawyers, being included in their New Jersey Super Lawyers List for both 2018 and 2019.
