Atty. David W. McCarter

Atty. David W. McCarter

David W. McCarter is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law.

Stoughton Stoughton 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About David W. McCarter at a glance

David W. McCarter is a Member based in Stoughton, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of David W. McCarter. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit (1984). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1983) and Babson College (B.S.B.A., 1977). Active member of Boston, Norfolk and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Stoughton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David W. McCarter is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S.B.A. degree from Babson College in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices at Law Office of David W. McCarter in Stoughton, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David W. McCarter's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

David W. McCarter is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 W. McCarter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 W. McCarter is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David W. McCarter is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David W. McCarter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David W. McCarter

Where is David W. McCarter's law office located?
David W. McCarter's law practice is located in Stoughton, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Office of David W. McCarter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David W. McCarter handle?
David W. McCarter focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David W. McCarter practiced law?
David W. McCarter has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David W. McCarter go to law school?
David W. McCarter earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact David W. McCarter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1983
B.S.B.A.
Babson College
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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