Atty. David McFarlane
Atty. David McFarlane is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business litigation, civil rights & municipal litigation and 10 other areas of law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 50+ Years Experience
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About David McFarlane at a Glance
David McFarlane is a Shareholder based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Bell, Moore & Richter, S.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District o (1976). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1976) and University of Wisconsin (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dane County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David McFarlane
- Atty. David McFarlane is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business litigation, civil rights & municipal litigation and 10 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- David practices at Bell, Moore & Richter, S.C. in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
David McFarlane's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David McFarlane handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Contracts in Madison
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Medical Malpractice in Madison
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Madison
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.
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Employment Law in Madison
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David McFarlane is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Business & Corporate Law in Madison
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-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 Madison Choose David McFarlane
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 McFarlane's practice in the field of contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David McFarlane brings 50+ 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 contracts, medical malpractice, and personal injury, David McFarlane can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means David McFarlane attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David McFarlane Handles in Madison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David McFarlane has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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