Atty. Colleen C. McCarthy

Atty. Colleen C. McCarthy

Colleen C. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, personal injury, real estate and 4 other areas of law.

Erie Erie 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (582) 852-9309

Profile Summary

About Colleen C. McCarthy at a glance

Colleen C. McCarthy is a probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Erie, Pennsylvania. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980) and Florida (1981). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Colleen C. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, personal injury, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Colleen received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Colleen practices in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Colleen C. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colleen C. McCarthy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Colleen C. McCarthy is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Colleen C. McCarthy is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Colleen C. McCarthy is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Colleen C. McCarthy is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Colleen C. McCarthy is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Erie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Colleen C. McCarthy

Where is Colleen C. McCarthy's law office located?
Colleen C. McCarthy's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colleen C. McCarthy handle?
Colleen C. McCarthy focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Colleen C. McCarthy practiced law?
Colleen C. McCarthy has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Colleen C. McCarthy go to law school?
Colleen C. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Colleen C. McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact Colleen C. McCarthy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Colleen C. McCarthy received?
Colleen C. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1980
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1980
Florida
Admitted: 1981

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