Atty. Edward Patrick McDermott
Edward Patrick McDermott is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, arbitration, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Annapolis, MD · 42+ Years Experience
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About Edward Patrick McDermott at a Glance
Edward Patrick McDermott is a employment, wage & hour, securities, employment contracts, and litigation attorney based in Annapolis, Maryland. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1984), New York (1985), Florida (1988), and Maryland (1989). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1988) and Cornell University (B.S. Cornell, 1978). Serves clients in Annapolis, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edward Patrick McDermott
- Edward Patrick McDermott is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, arbitration, litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Edward received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Edward practices in Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas Explained
Edward Patrick McDermott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Patrick McDermott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Annapolis.
Employment Law in Annapolis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Edward Patrick McDermott is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →
Wage & Hour Disputes in Annapolis
Edward Patrick McDermott is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Maryland →
Securities Law in Annapolis
Edward Patrick McDermott is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Maryland →
Employment Contracts in Annapolis
Edward Patrick McDermott is one of 7,665 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts attorneys in Maryland →
Civil Litigation in Annapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Edward Patrick McDermott is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Annapolis
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 Annapolis 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 venue, 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.
Annapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Annapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Annapolis Choose Edward Patrick McDermott
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Edward Patrick McDermott's practice in the field of employment, wage & hour, securities, employment contracts, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edward Patrick McDermott brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Florida, Edward Patrick McDermott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, wage & hour, and securities, Edward Patrick McDermott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Annapolis
A Annapolis-based practice means Edward Patrick McDermott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Edward Patrick McDermott Handles in Annapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Edward Patrick McDermott has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Edward Patrick McDermott directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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