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Founding attorney David M. McFadden, Esquire, is well-versed in criminal law and the criminal justice process. Prior to opening the McFadden Law Offices, Mr. McFadden was an intern at the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office, a mediator at the Attorney General’s Office, and a law clerk working in private practice for two years. Mr. McFadden attended the University of Baltimore School of Law and is a member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney’s Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National College of DUI Defense, Maryland Association for Justice, Carroll County Bar Association, Baltimore County Bar Association and American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys. Mr. McFadden is also a Lawyer of Distinction in Criminal Defense, was named Avvo’s Client’s Choice in Criminal Defense for 2016, and recently completed a three-day DWI Detection Seminar. His five-star client reviews and testimonials show that former patrons of the McFadden Law Offices strongly recommend Mr. McFadden as a compassionate and attentive advocate.
Our Experience
People who face criminal charges, have family law matters or have been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Westminster, Maryland, often require a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney. At McFadden Law Offices, we are passionate about serving our clients and ensuring their rights are upheld throughout the legal process. We have handled criminal trials both at the District Court level and Circuit Court level for everything from a simple traffic ticket, to DUI, to firearms and drugs, to possession with the intent to distribute, to burglary, and theft in Carroll County, Baltimore County (Essex, Towson and Catonsville), Howard County, Harford County, Frederick County and Baltimore City. Our team of professionals has the experience necessary to bring optimal results for clients in Carroll County and the Baltimore metro area.
During a free initial consultation, we listen to the details surrounding each case and help clients explore their legal options. The ultimate goal is to have our clients acquitted of the charges or found Not Guilty, and we will take a case to trial, but we also are able to work out plea deals if the facts so dictate, and look for alternatives to incarceration or minimize the incarceration through a comprehensive mitigation argument. We understand the long-term ramifications that a criminal record can have our clients and the effect it can have on their family, relationships, significant others, children, and job just to name a few. We are knowledgeable, diligent, well-prepared, and determined to represent you to achieve the best results.
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Acquired: 2022
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Acquired: 2012
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Posted by Burt M and Alfonso P | September 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
We’re very pleased with David’s work!
My partner and I recently sought legal representation for several traffic and other citations/charges. This was our first experience with a lawyer and I'm pleased to report that David was great to work with and provided us with outstanding legal representation. David worked diligently and effectivel...
Posted by Kevin | September 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Life Saver
Dave handled a case for me regarding my daughter being charged with assault and handgun violations that was not true they tried to offer her big time Dave used his highly skilled knowledge hammered the plaintiff caught her in lies convinced the jury to drop all charges restored my daughters life the ...
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Dave McFadden- Intelligent Legal Expert, Humbly Charismatic, Genuine Human Being
Dave McFadden represented me in Pennsylvania recently. He immediately proved to be trustworthy and authentic in his practice. Dave has an affable, genuine personality who is extremely intelligent and well-versed, with copious courtroom experience. He was able to deliver a plea deal for me in Penn...
Posted by Alli | April 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce and Custody Case
I used Dave for a divorce and child custody case. It was a little bit of a messy case with an intimidating ex husband, but Mr. McFadden handled everything smoothly without batting an eye. He got me everything I could hope for, regarding custody, and he was patient with my ex husband dragging things o...
Posted by GG | January 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
McFadden will Handle any Mctrouble
I just wanted to express how great an experience I had using David McFadden as my attorney. I really appreciate how he treated me as his client but more as a real person. By the end of everything I’m not exaggerating that I felt almost as if we were family. He showed true concern, empathy and sinc...
"I endorse this lawyer. If you are looking for a criminal defense attorney in Carroll County and surrounding areas, Mr. McFadden is your man. He truly cares about his clients and the community."
"Mr. McFadden is an excellent attorney. I knew Mr. McFadden from law school. He is a great advocate for his clients and is an excellent litigator. I highly recommend and endorse Mr. McFadden."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Top 100 Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2013 - Present
Managing Member, The McFadden Law Offices, LLC
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Grant M. Murchison & Associates, LLC
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office
2008 - 2008
Legal Intern, Consumer Protection Division, Attorney General's Office
2017 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2017 - Present
Carroll County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' AssociationMember
2016 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysMember
2013 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
2013 - Present
Baltimore County Bar FoundationMember
2013 - Present
Covington Who's Who
Case dismissed
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Cum Laude
English
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