Atty. David M. Dougherty
David M. Dougherty is a lawyer practicing assault and battery, burglary, civil forfeiture and 64 other areas of law.
Assault And Battery & More Attorney · Serving Downingtown, PA · 39+ Years Experience
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About David M. Dougherty at a Glance
David M. Dougherty is an Attorney based in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, practicing at David M. Dougherty Attorney at Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D. Achievement, 1987) and Pennsylvania State University B.S. Degree in Law Enforcement and Corrections in the College of Human Development with high distinction (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association, Chester County Bar Association, Philadelphia Bar Association. Serves clients in Downingtown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David M. Dougherty
- David M. Dougherty is a lawyer practicing assault and battery, burglary, civil forfeiture and 64 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David practices at David M. Dougherty Attorney at Law in Downingtown, PA
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David M. Dougherty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M. Dougherty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Downingtown.
Divorce in Downingtown
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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DUI / DWI Defense in Downingtown
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Car Accidents in Downingtown
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Drug Crimes in Downingtown
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Child Custody & Visitation in Downingtown
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Downingtown
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 Downingtown 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.
Downingtown Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Downingtown-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Downingtown Choose David M. Dougherty
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David M. Dougherty's practice in the field of divorce, dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, and child custody.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David M. Dougherty brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, dui/dwi, and car accidents, David M. Dougherty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Downingtown
A Downingtown-based practice means David M. Dougherty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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