Atty. David Means McFadden

Atty. David Means McFadden

Hello, my name is David McFadden, I graduated from the University of Baltimore with a BA in Jurisprudence. I clerked at the Baltimore County State's Attorney's office for about 6 months, then I volunteered at the Attorney General's Office in their Consumer Protection Division.

Westminster Westminster 14 yrs experience 14 year
Call (443) 952-2434 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Means McFadden at a glance

David Means McFadden is a car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, and juvenile attorney based in Westminster, Maryland, practicing at The McFadden Law Offices, LLC. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2012) and Pennsylvania (2022). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (JD, 2012). Serands clients in Westminster, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Hello, my name is David McFadden, I graduated from the University of Baltimore with a BA in Jurisprudence
  • I clerked at the Baltimore County State's Attorney's office for about 6 months, then I volunteered at the Attorney General's Office in their Consumer Protection Division
  • Next, I went to the University of Baltimore School of Law, and graduated in 2012
  • Shortly after passing the Maryland Bar Exam, I decided to open my own law firm, which I did in May of 2013
  • The McFadden Law Offices has continued to grow each year, in fact, only two years later, the firm grew so quick that we moved to a window front office
  • I have been named a SuperLawyers Rising Star, a SuperLawyer, the Nation's Top 1% as Distinguished Counsel, a Top 40 Under 40 National Trial Lawyers, and I am certified in NHSTA DUI Traaning, which is the same course that is taught to police officers
  • I have multiple jury and bench trials under my belt, so I am a trial attorney, as opposed to a plea attorney
  • I have tried serious cases for Felony Murder, Assault 1st degree, Assault 2nd degree, Use of a Weapon in the Commission of a crime of violence, Drug and Weapons charges, Burglary, Arson, all the down to DUI/DWI and Traffic Tickets
  • For me, each case is as important as any other case, and each client is as important as any other client
  • If you want a proven trial attorney, we are the firm for you

Practice Areas Explained

David Means McFadden's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

David Means McFadden is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Maryland →

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.

David Means McFadden is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Means McFadden is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Juvenile Law

David Means McFadden is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

Looking for additional Maryland attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Westminster or all attorneys in Maryland.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Means McFadden

Where is David Means McFadden's law office located?
David Means McFadden's law practice is located in Westminster, Maryland. The firm is The McFadden Law Offices, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Means McFadden handle?
David Means McFadden focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has David Means McFadden practiced law?
David Means McFadden has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did David Means McFadden go to law school?
David Means McFadden earned their education at (JD, 2012).
How can I contact David Means McFadden for a consultation?
You can contact David Means McFadden 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.

Education

JD
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2012
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2022

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.