Atty. David Andrew McCarthy

Atty. David Andrew McCarthy

David Andrew McCarthy is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, litigation, business law. David received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About David Andrew McCarthy at a glance

David Andrew McCarthy is a business and litigation attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2000) and California (2003). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1999) and Florida State University (B.A. Social, 1996). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Andrew McCarthy is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, litigation, business law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • David practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Andrew McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Andrew McCarthy

Where is David Andrew McCarthy's law office located?
David Andrew McCarthy's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Andrew McCarthy handle?
David Andrew McCarthy focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Andrew McCarthy practiced law?
David Andrew McCarthy has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did David Andrew McCarthy go to law school?
David Andrew McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. Social, 1996).
How can I contact David Andrew McCarthy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1999
B.A. Social
Florida State University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2000
California
Admitted: 2003

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