David Means McFadden

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David Means McFadden

5.0
Rating: 9.3

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

Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Deborah | May 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolutely the BEST!

Dave McFadden is absolutely the best! We had a complex case, with some unexpected twists and turns. Dave tackled this case like we were family and got the case DROPPED through his expertise and hard work! He and Judy are friendly, empathetic, and fair. Despite the stress of a case, they took the tim...e to explain everything and put us at ease. They were always there for us even in the middle of the night. They are a dedicated, winning team! I will always recommend Dave McFadden!

Posted by Andre | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

I contacted the office of Mr. McFadden when I needed a Good Lawyer to represent my sister against the state of Maryland. From my first telephone conversation with Judy, (The Absolutely Amazing Assistant), I knew I was at the right Law Firm. Later on when I spoke with Mr.McFadden, I felt like I had ...just won a jackpot. Within two (2) minutes on the call, he ensured me that he can get the case dropped, and best part of it, is that my sister would not have to be in court. I like his confidence, but I was a little skeptical because we were less than twenty (20) days from the scheduled court date. Mr. McFadden delivered what he promised. Let me say that for a lawyer of this magnitude, he is the most affordable in the area. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a GREAT LAWYER. Thank you David and Judy.

Posted by Leanne | April 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Traffic ticket, dos

Very pleased with Mr. McFadden and his staff, grate ethics, reliable, straight to the point. This was my first offense, he was able to get my charges reduced And at an affordable cost. I would definitely recommend Mr. McFadden to others. My dad was with me for support, he thought Dave handled ever...ything professionally and would hire again if need be.

Posted by Danielle | July 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

No one will fight as hard for you as David McFadden

David McFadden was a beacon of hope to my family at a time when our options appeared limited and the likelihood of getting what I wanted seemed near impossible. Every day my custody case had some new information and never once did David or Judy make me feel like I was overloading them or that anythin...g was not of extreme relevance. I couldn’t imagine a better lawyer who would take my case so personally and fight for me like he would fight for his own son. Not only was he able to negotiate nearly exactly what I wanted, his calm and empathetic demeanor offered emotional succor to myself and those I care about most. David is not a lawyer that will nickel and dime you, you get much more than you pay for and that itself speaks volumes of him as an individual and a lawyer. This is my second time hiring David McFadden and I will never go anywhere else if I need legal counsel again. David’s office manager Judy is like no other. Judy was extremely organized and available any time I called, she offered great advice and always kept me calm. The most reassuring part of hiring David and Judy was how personal they took my case. When everything ended we hugged and I feel like I have gained not only an excellent outcome on my custody case but two lifelong friends. My children and I are eternally grateful for his service and I hereby recommend David McFadden without reservation.

Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

David is great

When I first got mr McFadden’s card and letter in the mail I called him immediately and scheduled a meeting with him for the next day we sat down and discussed my case I was brutally honest with him about what happen and although every story has discrepancies The court see it another way so from The... way Mr McFadden knew the court views things he began to fight for me he helped my future he’s more than just lawyer guys he’s a counselor he truly want to see people become more in life and from the bottom of my heart I thank our great lord that I got his card first please pick this man to be your lawyer his firm is professional and they will fight for you and I want to say thank you to his secretary Judith for being amazing as well Mr McFadden is the best hands down

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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:  9.3 (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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