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

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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.

Posted by Matt | January 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Easy to deal with; great lawyer

Dave was recommended to me from a family friend and I am so glad I found him! He was very informative and knew exactly what he was doing. He managed to get my case settled before the court date and we didnt even have to go to court. My case will be getting expunged shortly thanks to David and it will... be as if it never happened :) thanks Dave you guys are great

Posted by Chastity | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing lawyers

Mr Mcfadden is a great lawyer who is very personable, honest, respectful and trustworthy. He worked extremely hard to get me the best possible outcome. He spent countless hours to give me the outcome that I had received. Immediately after he counseled me and advised me of the remaining steps. He was ...very informative. His partner/assistant Sara was just as amazing. I do and will continue to highly recommend Mcfadden law office to any one who needs help!

Posted by Tom | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Extremely knowledgeable , hard working and dedicated to his clients

I hired mr Mcfadden to represent me in a civil paternity suit and knowing it would be an uphill battle he was up for the challenge and went above and beyond to help get the matter resolved and proved himself to be a very hard working and knowledgeable attorney who is dedicated to his clients and made... sure I was always informed of any change in anything and worked with me to have the matter resolved . I would highly recommend him to take care of any legal need and would most certainly use his services again for any legal proceeding.

Posted by Ryan | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Extremely Satisfied Client

Dave goes above and beyond to make sure you fully understand the possible outcomes of your legal situations. He is prompt in responding to any questions you may have and will thoroughly explain to you what needs to be done for the best outcome for your case. The outcome of my case was way above and b...eyond what I expected to happen. He even did better than what I thought would be a best case scenario. Dave is a must have for any of your legal needs!!!!!!!

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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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