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 11 - 15 of 22 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Dallas | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best attorney I have ever had!!!

I went to David for my custody case, child support, and I had a bogus protective order against me. I recommend David to every single person. The man is a amazing attorney. Not only does he have very competitive pricing, he is worth every penny. I paid 7000 dollars to another attorney and didn’t get a... quarter of what I got with David. He fights every inch that he can for you and does exactly if not more then he says he’s going to do. He doesn’t play games in the court room either. He does what’s right by you and he knows his stuff. I will NEVER have anyone represent me or any of my family besides him. Not to mention his secretary Judy is absolutely amazing. She is one of a kind. She is so helpful and makes sure every detail and every thing you tell her is notated. If you are looking for a good lawyer who is gonna fight in your corner for you and fight till he can’t anymore or you win then hire David McFadden!

Posted by Richard | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Very articulate, straightforward, respectful an affordable

I came to this Attorney for driving on suspended license, with a history of this offense and many other speeding, moving violations. I was very concerned about losing my driving privileges or worse but In 1 meeting; I was relieved that with not a lot of financial means at my disposal david was fair a...nd honest and actually got my case dismissed. 110% reccomend david McFadden and his assistant Judy is very accommodating and polite!

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 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 Antoinette | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

High level of passionate expertise and guidance

I recently consulted Mr McFadden regarding traffic tickets I received that resulted from a motor vehicle accident I was involved in. These tickets carried significant points on my license. He explained all my legal options to avoid accumulating points. I chose to hire him because I was deeply impress...ed by his painstaking approach to explaining MD traffic laws as it related to my circumstances.I was also very nervous about this situation as it was my first involving having to face a judge and potential points against my driver's license. But David was very helpful and patient in his explanation of the law and and it's expectations of me as a defendant. This was very reassuring to me. Showing his breadth of knowledge and experience, his thoughtful explanations and expert guidance in approaching my defense in court helped me to have a very successful outcome in traffic court. I would highly recommend David McFadden to anyone who needs a solid attorney with great interpersonal and communication skills and passionate and intense knowledge of and commitment to legal advocacy.

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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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