David Joseph Farrell, Jr, Insurance Attorney in Chatham, Massachusetts
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatFarrell Smith LLP
Chatham, MA
Practicing insurance in Chatham since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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David Joseph Farrell, Jr is a member based in Chatham, MA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime. David has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Farrell Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Chatham, MA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Maritime
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime matters from Chatham, MA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Joseph Farrell, Jr: David Joseph Farrell, Jr is a member based in Chatham, MA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime. David has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Farrell Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Chatham
David concentrates on insurance, litigation, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Maritime
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Insurance cases in Chatham, Massachusetts
David takes insurance matters in Chatham, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chatham, Massachusetts
David takes litigation matters in Chatham, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in Chatham, Massachusetts
David takes maritime matters in Chatham, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David Joseph Farrell, Jr, insurance attorney serving Chatham
David Joseph Farrell, Jr is a member based in Chatham, MA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Maritime. David has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Farrell Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. David works from Chatham, Massachusetts and takes on insurance matters across the region.
David Joseph Farrell, Jr is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, insurance defense, trial practice. David received a M.P.A. degree from Columbia University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years. David practices at Farrell Smith LLP in Chatham, MA.
Working with David on a insurance matter
David Joseph Farrell, Jr is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, insurance defense, trial practice. David received a M.P.A. degree from Columbia University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years. David practices at Farrell Smith LLP in Chatham, MA.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and maritime matters in Chatham and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
Duke University
J.D. · 1984
Columbia University
M.P.A. Williams · 1979
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
2001 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1991 · ACTIVE
Washington
1984 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Duke University and M.P.A. Williams in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Duke University and M.P.A. Williams in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Maritime Law Association of the United States
Secretary · membership
Locations
David Joseph Farrell, Jr's office in Chatham
David's primary office is at 2355 Main Street, Chatham, MA, 02659. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of David Joseph Farrell, Jr — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Chatham.
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How to hire David Joseph Farrell, Jr — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Chatham, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Joseph Farrell, Jr
How much does it cost to hire David for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple insurance 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Chatham?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new insurance clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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