Atty. Joseph P. McCarthy

Atty. Joseph P. McCarthy

Joseph P. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing condominium and common interest community, development law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (206) 360-0538

Profile Summary

About Joseph P. McCarthy at a glance

Joseph P. McCarthy is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Stoel Rives LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, real estate, foreclosure, and hoa. Admitted to practice in Washington (1985), Oregon (2003), and Tennessee (2013). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1985) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of CHAIR, Real Property, Probate & Trust Section Executive Committee. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph P. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing condominium and common interest community, development law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Joseph practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph P. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Joseph P. McCarthy is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

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.

Joseph P. McCarthy is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joseph P. McCarthy is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Foreclosure Defense

Joseph P. McCarthy is one of 12,926 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Washington →

HOA & Condominium Law

Joseph P. McCarthy is one of 5,091 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph P. McCarthy

Where is Joseph P. McCarthy's law office located?
Joseph P. McCarthy's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Stoel Rives LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph P. McCarthy handle?
Joseph P. McCarthy focuses on probate, personal injury, real estate, foreclosure, hoa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Joseph P. McCarthy practiced law?
Joseph P. McCarthy has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Joseph P. McCarthy go to law school?
Joseph P. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Joseph P. McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph P. McCarthy 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.
What awards or recognition has Joseph P. McCarthy received?
Joseph P. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1985
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1985
Oregon
Admitted: 2003
Tennessee
Admitted: 2013

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