Atty. David Joseph McCarthy

Atty. David Joseph McCarthy

David Joseph McCarthy is a lawyer practicing trial and appellate practice, corporate law, commercial law and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Palm City Palm City 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About David Joseph McCarthy at a glance

David Joseph McCarthy is a Member based in Palm City, Florida, practicing at Butler, Fitzgerald, Fiveson & McCarthy A Professional Corporation. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, appellate, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), New Jersey (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1987), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1986) and Fordham University (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Palm City, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Joseph McCarthy is a lawyer practicing trial and appellate practice, corporate law, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Butler, Fitzgerald, Fiveson & McCarthy A Professional Corporation in Palm City, FL

Practice Areas Explained

David Joseph McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Appellate Practice

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palm City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Joseph McCarthy

Where is David Joseph McCarthy's law office located?
David Joseph McCarthy's law practice is located in Palm City, Florida. The firm is Butler, Fitzgerald, Fiveson & McCarthy A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Joseph McCarthy handle?
David Joseph McCarthy focuses on business, bankruptcy, appellate, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David Joseph McCarthy practiced law?
David Joseph McCarthy has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Joseph McCarthy go to law school?
David Joseph McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact David Joseph McCarthy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1986
B.A.
Fordham University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1989

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