Atty. William R. MacDonald

Atty. William R. MacDonald

William R. MacDonald is a lawyer practicing divorce law, criminal law, commercial law and 3 other areas of law.

Westminster Westminster 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (443) 961-4440 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William R. MacDonald at a glance

William R. MacDonald is a Member based in Westminster, Maryland, practicing at William R. MacDonald. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1966) and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1967). Educated at University of Maryland (LL.B., 1966) and Western Maryland College (A.B., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Carroll County (President, 1977-1979) and Maryland State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Westminster, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William R. MacDonald is a lawyer practicing divorce law, criminal law, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • William R. received a A.B. degree from Western Maryland College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • William R. practices at William R. MacDonald in Westminster, MD

Practice Areas Explained

William R. MacDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William R. MacDonald 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.

William R. MacDonald is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

William R. MacDonald is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

William R. MacDonald 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.

William R. MacDonald is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William R. MacDonald is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William R. MacDonald

Where is William R. MacDonald's law office located?
William R. MacDonald's law practice is located in Westminster, Maryland. The firm is William R. MacDonald. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R. MacDonald handle?
William R. MacDonald focuses on divorce, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has William R. MacDonald practiced law?
William R. MacDonald has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did William R. MacDonald go to law school?
William R. MacDonald earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (A.B., 1963).
How can I contact William R. MacDonald for a consultation?
You can contact William R. MacDonald 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 William R. MacDonald received?
William R. MacDonald's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Maryland
- 1966
A.B.
Western Maryland College
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1967

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