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David MacCartney Jr
also known as J. David MacCartney, Jr., Dave MacCartney
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Biography
I am a trial lawyer whose background and experience provides the unique ability to handle a wide range of litigated matters.
I am rated AV (Preeminent) by Martindale Hubbell, the highest such rating available. I graduated cum laude in three years from Duke with an economics degree, then graduated law school magna cum laude from Georgetown. I began my career as an associate with Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, where I specialized in complex litigation, insurance coverage, and products liability. I moved back home to Rockland County in 1995, where I have honed my trial skills and expanded my practice areas ever since.
I have recovered millions of dollars for my clients who were injured by the negligence or malpractice of others. For example, I recently obtained an award of over $5.2 million for a child who suffered cerebral palsy as the result of a physician's malpractice in failing to recognize signs of fetal distress and timely deliver the baby. The recovery included enrollment of the child in the N.Y. Medical Indemnity Fund, and is one of the highest ever recorded in Rockland County.
I have also successfully represented clients in many other litigated matters, including eminent domain, contested estates and accountings, zoning/planning disputes, and environmental matters. I have achieved historic victories in these areas as well; I was the first and only lawyer in New York to use environmental laws to close an adult book store, and was the first in over a century to successfully defeat the use of eminent domain on the ground that the municipality acted solely for private benefit, not the public.
I am active in the community and charities. I coach youth hockey and lacrosse and live in Valley Cottage with my wife and three children.
For over 25 years I have represented victims who suffered substantial, life-altering injuries and wrongful death in all types of accidents. I am the lawyer who other lawyers come to when their loved ones and friends are injured, because they know I am experienced, skilled, and relentless.
Practice Areas
18
Practice Areas
Other
15%
Animal and Dog Bites
5%
Birth Injury
5%
Brain Injury
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 31 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Feerick Nugent MacCartney, PLLC
(845) 353-2789
Fax
96 S Broadway, Nyack, NY, 10960-4449
fnmlawfirm.com/Feerick Nugent MacCartney, PLLC
6 Depot Street, Suite 202, Washingtonville, NY, 10992
fnmlawfirm.com/Gallery
Online Presence
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David MacCartney Jr's Reviews
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Posted by Frankie | November 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My Sincerest Thanks
I highly recommend David MacCartney Jr. because he is honest. The most important quality that I respect about being a recipient of his services is that I know that he is sincere. David cares about his clients as if he was representing himself. I could not give him a five star rating because he deserv...
Posted by Jim | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
Dave was very thorough in all aspects of our case from start to finish. Dave and his office staff kept me informed so I had a full understanding of what was transpiring
Posted by Greg | December 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Attorney
I have worked with John "Dave" MacCartney for over 5 years. Every business matter that Dave has handled for me has been successful. Dave is always prepared. Dave knows when to listen, and when to be assertive. Dave is detail oriented. His legal bills are fair. I would highly recommend Dave MacCar...
Posted by Terrence | December 17, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
One of the Best Attorneys in Nyack
I have known Mr. MacCartney for years. He is as bright as they come. He achieves amazing results and can handle any type of case, from a car accident case to criminal cases to real estate disputes. I recommend him highly.
David MacCartney Jr's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is an attorney that other lawyers aspire to emulate. He cares about his client, knows the law, and is respected by judges. A tenacious advocate, yet always understanding how best to represent his client. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have been practicing 26 years and have known David for the past 6 years. It is my opinion that he is among the sharpest minds New York practice has to offer. He is capable of analyzing most legal matters and handling them from start to a trial/appellate finish. If your matter has merit he will know it and present your case in the best possible manner."
"I just had the pleasure of working together on a significant personal injury matter with Mr. McCartney and it was an excellent experience. He was always prepared, knew the facts and issues of the case thoroughly and was always patient, courteous and responsive to the client. I would never hesitate to work with him again and highly recommend him. An excellent lawyer!"
"It is unusual to find a litigating attorney with the talent exhibited by David M. He is a superb advocate with Courtroom skills to compliment meticulous preparation. Perhaps there is a strong genetic tendency to be such a consummate counselor as he follows in the footsteps of his grandfather - a legend in trial circles as he does in his father attorney John's footsteps. With David advising and advocating you have the benefit of a stellar and compassionate attorney with an ethical compass to match. I say this from personal experience as a fellow litigator. The bottom line- this attorney's clients are in able hands. I strongly endorse Mr. MacCartney"
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1993
Order of the Coif, Magna Cum Laude, Georgetown University Law Center
1993
Georgetown Law Journal, Associate Editor
1990
Cum Laude, Duke University
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Managing Partner, Feerick Nugent MacCartney, PLLC
1900 - Present
Partner, Feerick Nugent MacCartney PLLC
1995 - 2005
Partner, MacCartney MacCartney Kerrigan & MacCartney
1993 - 1995
Associate, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, LLP
Associations
2018 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
2006 - Present
United States District court for the Northern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
1998 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitAdmitted to Practice
1995 - Present
Rockland County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1995 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Westchester County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
1994 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkAdmitted to Practice
Sample of Legal Cases
Medical Malpractice - birth injury
$5.2 million
Medical Malpractice - Wrongful Death - cardiothoracic surgery
$1.45 million
Construction Accident - Wrongful Death - Labor Law
$750,000
Products Liability - scald/burn injury
$403,500
Car/Truck Accident - brain injury
$500,000
Water Contamination
$1.5 million, plus connection to the municipal water supply
Education
1993
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Duke University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
If I don't do this surgery will this increase my settlement .
02 Feb 2020
Q&A
Am unsure what it means "Notice of Settlement Waived" and can't find the answer. Hoping someone will know.
26 Dec 2015
Q&A
Why do attys. hate dealing with pro se litigants? How do I get this atty. to comply with the rules of court.
21 Dec 2015