Russell N. McCarthy, Car Accidents Attorney in Fall River, Massachusetts
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury
PartneratLaw Office of Russell N. McCarthy
Fall River, MA
Practicing car accidents in Fall River since 1988.
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- Years practicing
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Russell N. McCarthy is a partner based in Fall River, MA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. Russell has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Russell N. McCarthy.
- Based in
- Fall River, MA
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury matters from Fall River, MA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Russell N. McCarthy: Russell N. McCarthy is a partner based in Fall River, MA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. Russell has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Russell N. McCarthy.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Russell takes on
Russell concentrates on car accidents, general, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Russell handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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Car Accidents cases in Fall River, Massachusetts
Russell takes car accidents matters in Fall River, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Russell agrees to represent you.
General cases in Fall River, Massachusetts
Russell takes general matters in Fall River, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Russell agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Fall River, Massachusetts
Russell takes personal injury matters in Fall River, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Russell agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Fall River, Massachusetts
Russell takes workers comp matters in Fall River, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Russell agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Russell N. McCarthy — car accidents lawyer in Fall River
Russell N. McCarthy is a partner based in Fall River, MA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. Russell has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Russell N. McCarthy.
Russell N. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing general practice, auto accidents, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Russell received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1988, and has been licensed for 38 years. Russell practices at Law Office of Russell N. McCarthy in Fall River, MA.
How Russell handles car accidents matters
Russell N. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing general practice, auto accidents, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Russell received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1988, and has been licensed for 38 years. Russell practices at Law Office of Russell N. McCarthy in Fall River, MA.
The kind of cases Russell takes
Russell reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and personal injury matters in Fall River and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1988
University of Massachusetts
B.A. History · 1988
Jurisdictions
Russell's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1988 · ACTIVE
Russell studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. History in University of Massachusetts.
Law school and academic background
Russell completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. History in University of Massachusetts. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Russell runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Russell's professional memberships and bar associations
Bristol County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Russell N. McCarthy's office in Fall River
Russell's primary office is at 150 N. Main Street, Fall River, MA, 02720. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Office of Russell N. McCarthy
150 N. Main Street
Fall River, MA 02720
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How to hire Russell N. McCarthy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Russell usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Russell charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Russell's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Russell will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Fall River, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Russell
Russell discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Russell confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Russell's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Russell N. McCarthy
How much does it cost to hire Russell for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Russell walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Russell offer a free consultation?
Russell charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Russell's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Russell's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Russell gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Russell take my case if I'm outside Fall River?
Russell is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Russell will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Russell?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Russell will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Russell accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Russell's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Car Accidents attorneys serving Fall River, Boston and Cambridge in Massachusetts
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