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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 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...
Posted by Lisa | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Experienceq
David McFadden was professional and so easy to deal with. I am out of town and he immediately answered all my concerns and questions regarding my sons case . It was handled quickly and we received the results we had hoped for. I would call on David McFadden again Without hesitation. I am very gratefu...
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...
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...
Posted by Kristie | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest, trustworthy, and always available!
We have had to use Dave now on 3 different occasions (bad news), but each time he has represented my son we have been nothing less than pleased (good news!). He was always available for advice and questions and went above and beyond, especially with the last case that he handled in which he took the ...
"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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