David Means McFadden

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David Means McFadden

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Westminster, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Car Accidents, Personal Injury

16 North Court Street, Westminster, MD

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About David

Biography

Thoughtful. Aggressive. Zealous. Advocating for you. Free consult, call now.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

60%
Car Accident 15%

15%
Family 15%

15%
Personal Injury 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 7

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 4 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2022

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 13 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The McFadden Law Offices, LLC

16 North Court Street, Westminster, MD, 21157

mcfaddenlawoffices.com/

David Means McFadden's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

122 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | June 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

David McFadden is a MUST hire!

Mr. David McFadden repersented me in court with only a 3 day notice for traffic citations. We meet at his office early in the morning before court where he took his time to thoroughly go through the charging documents. There he found discrepancies in the MVA documents. Mr. McFadden had the charges ...dismissed. He was very thorough and paid attention to detail. I am definitely planning on hiring Mr. McFadden for a future adoption.

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Produced Results in Traffic Case

I hired David to represent me for 2 traffic citations because it was assumed that i caused an accident. I live 5+ hours away from the Baltimore area. David appeared in court on my behalf and won my case. I did not have to appear in court. David was thorough in acquiring all the appropriat...e information about my case and in answering all the questions I had about potential outcomes.

Posted by Brad | June 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

I worked with David when I need a divorce and he was great to work with. He and Judy guided me through the process and helped me to understand the steps to take and what was best for me during this difficult and emotional process. They were always willing to answer any questions that I had and were a...ble to explain them to me in ways that I would understand. David was an asset during this difficult time and I was very grateful to have such a reliable and talented lawyer representing me during this divorce.

Posted by Amy | June 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Wonderful attorney!

If you are in need of a lawyer in Carroll County Maryland, look no farther. Mr McFadden handled my case in spring of this year. It was a CDS possession charge with additional charges that were equally serious. Mr McFadden was able to get everything but the possession charge dropped and was able to... work with the state's attorney and agree on a deal that was well beyond my expectations. He was upfront and honest about the possibilities as far as the outcome and made no promises he couldn't keep. He delivered results that were far better then any outcome I had prepared for. Many thanks to Mr McFadden and his amazing assistant, Judy for their support and their compassionate handling of my case.

Posted by Luz | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

He will fight for you!

I hired David to represent me in a protective order case. I was feeling very lost, concerned and frustrated to begin with, and I called his office to schedule a consultation. After the first meeting with him, I knew I had to hire him. He's not only very knowledgeable in what he does but explained eve...rything in such great detail that it gave me reassurance that I was in good hands. Him and his assistant Judy will clarify all your questions, address your concerns and keep you updated with everything regarding the case. He will give a good fight for you all the way to the end! He's now representing me in my divorce.

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Jessica Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Bennett Wills

Unknown lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2017 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2017 - Present

Carroll County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2016 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Member

2013 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Maryland Association for Justice

Member

2013 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Foundation

Member

2013 - Present

Covington Who's Who

Sample of Legal Cases

Distribution of Drug Charges Dismissed

Case dismissed

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Education

2012

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Baltimore

BA - Bachelor of Arts - Cum Laude

Languages

English

Activity

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