Atty. Patrick W. McDonald

Atty. Patrick W. McDonald

Patrick W. McDonald is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, divorce & separation, personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Fall River Fall River 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (508) 455-5087 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Patrick W. McDonald at a glance

Patrick W. McDonald is a Member based in Fall River, Massachusetts, practicing at Patrick W. McDonald. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1990). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1990) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1987). Active member of Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fall River, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick W. McDonald is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, divorce & separation, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Patrick practices at Patrick W. McDonald in Fall River, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick W. McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick W. McDonald 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.

Patrick W. McDonald 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.

Patrick W. McDonald 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.

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Patrick W. McDonald is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Fall River 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 Patrick W. McDonald

Where is Patrick W. McDonald's law office located?
Patrick W. McDonald's law practice is located in Fall River, Massachusetts. The firm is Patrick W. McDonald. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick W. McDonald handle?
Patrick W. McDonald focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Patrick W. McDonald practiced law?
Patrick W. McDonald has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Patrick W. McDonald go to law school?
Patrick W. McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Patrick W. McDonald for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1990
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1990

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