Brian Lee McCarthy

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Brian Lee McCarthy

also known as Brian L. McCarthy

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

126 West Miner Street #1, West Chester, PA

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About Brian

Biography

All cases are serious, and I firmly believe a defense attorney should treat every case as a potential trial. I treat every client equally, I give every case my all, and I will pursue every issue worth pursuing.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

All offenses: preliminary hearings, negotiations, motion practice, trial, juvenile cases

13 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 11 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Delaware for 12 years

State: Delaware

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bellwoar Kelly LLP

126 West Miner Street #1, West Chester, PA, 19382

bellwoarkelly.com

Brian Lee McCarthy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer

Brian was amazing! My case was clearly fabricated by the "victim" and I had the evidence to prove it. My previous lawyer did NOTHING to help me, would not listen to me, look at my evidence or communicate. I had been dealing with these trumped up charges that ruined my life for almost a year when I me...t and hired Brian. He listened to me, looked at my evidence, responded quickly to all communications, he FOUGHT for me and in a few weeks had ALL my charges DISMISSED. I can't thank him enough. I highly recommend Brian if you need a lawyer.

Posted by Bryan Hager | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

#1 lawyer in Chester County hands down

I met Mr.McCarty in 2019 through a referral from a mutual friend. I have now used him for five cases where I've been nothing but astounded with the results. I have recommended to numerous friends and family members Mr McCarthy with the results being nothing but astounding. If you need help and want s...omeone that you can trust with not only your future but your confidence, Brian McCarthy of Eagon and McCarthy is 100% tha man for all of your Criminal defense needs.

Posted by Steve | July 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Brian doesn't f... Around

Brian McCarthy for President , I might have gone to alligator Alcatraz if not for him!! Thank you Brian

Posted by Brett Lawrence Milbourne | December 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

McCarthy Magic

True Story : I’m sitting in a holding tank at a district court for a trespassing charge. Brian walks in to see one of the other guys in the tank. In such close quarters you can’t help but overhear what’s being said. I watched the way he engaged with his client & I like how he was talking. So I aske...d his name , ran down my situation & asked him how much would it take for him to represent me right now ! He gave me a great number & I had my girlfriend who was in the lobby give him the money. 30 minutes later ALL CHARGES DISMISSED ! That was over 7 years ago & he has been my attorney ever since. He now not only represents me, but my entire family. Dad, brothers , nephew , etc …. & I’ve also referred countless people to him. In each & every circumstance he has secured a favorable outcome for everyone that I personally know that he has represented. I’ve never seen him lose ! Don’t let the jovial demeanor fool you. When he’s in the court room & it’s go time ; He’s the Black Mamba ! I don’t care what the situation is, or what I’m up against… traffic ticket or murder charge, I’ll NEVER walk into a court room with out Brian McCarthy. Straight like that!

Posted by Cesain | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

2 cases dismissed thanks to Brian McCarthy

First off let me start by saying Brian McCarthy is literally my guardian angel! Brian McCarthy is not one of the best but THE best attorney in Pennsylvania! I heard so much about Brian McCarthy while being in Chester County Prison everyone in there knows this man is the real deal and gets the best ou...tcomes for his clients. Always kept communication with me, always giving me updates and always working! Brian cares about his clients. I consulted with a few lawyers before Brian and they would say I quote “you’re looking at some time bud”… well that’s because they’re not Brian McCarthy! He kept my head high throughout this whole experience (first time ever getting in trouble!) This man will not slack around! He will keep it all the way real with you, he is the truth. Both my cases got dismissed including some felony charges! No probation no jail time everything dismissed. I will always 100% recommend him to anyone who is experiencing criminal charges. When things go left you can count on Brian to make things right.

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Daniel Hollander

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a dedicated advocate for his clients and a top notch litigator."

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Paul Fellman

Commercial real estate lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian is one of the sharpest legal minds that I know. He also has an insatiable energy which he devotes wholeheartedly to his work. I worked with Brian at the Delaware Supreme Court for nearly a year, during which time I was always impressed with his ability to grapple with and tame complex commercial issues facing Delaware's highest bench. I would be comfortable referring to Brian my family and close friends."

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Patrick Doherty

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Graduated summa cum laude, Widener University School of Law

2013

Order of the Barristers, Widener University School of Law

2013

Outstanding Moot Court Society Member, Widener University School of Law

2012

Outstanding Paper of Publishable Quality, Widener Law Review

Work Experience

2026 - Present

Partner, Bellwoar Kelly

2017 - 2026

Partner, Egan & McCarthy Law

2015 - 2017

Attorney, Egan Law Firm

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Superior Court of Delaware

2012 - 2012

Certified Legal Intern, Delaware County District Attorney's Office

2012 - 2013

Wolcott Fellow, Supreme Court of Delaware

2011 - 2011

Volunteer Intern, Office of Disciplinary Counsel of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court

2011 - 2011

Teaching Assistant, Widener University School of Law

Associations

2017 - Present

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Volunteer

2015 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Philadelphia VIP

Volunteer Attorney

2015 - Present

Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

Volunteer Attorney

2014 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Delaware State Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2021

Delaware County Bar Association

Past Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Acquittal: Theft Case

Acquittal/Not Guilty

Acquittal: Murder in the First Degree

Acquittal on First Degree Murder, Conviction on lesser charges

Acquittal: multiple reckless endangering charges and simple assault

Acquittal of recklessly endangering another person and simple assault

Withdrawal of case following grant of suppression motion

Withdrawal of case by prosecution following suppression win

Hung jury on indecent assault

Hung jury

Dismissal of case at preliminary hearing

Dismissal

Possession Charges Acquittal

Acquittal on drug charges

Suppression of evidence obtained from Miranda violation

Reduced plea

Suppression of evidence resulting from unlawful arrest

Withdrawal of Charges

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Education

2013

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Loyola University Maryland

B.A.

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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