Atty. James Kenneth McDermott

Atty. James Kenneth McDermott

Mr. James Kenneth McDermott is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, worker's compensation.

Orange Orange 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (657) 205-0072 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Kenneth McDermott at a glance

James Kenneth McDermott is a Managing Partner based in Orange, California, practicing at Mcdermott And Clawson Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1972) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Orange, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Kenneth McDermott is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, worker's compensation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of McDermott and Clawson, LLP in Orange, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Kenneth McDermott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Kenneth McDermott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orange are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Kenneth McDermott

Where is James Kenneth McDermott's law office located?
James Kenneth McDermott's law practice is located in Orange, California. The firm is Mcdermott And Clawson Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kenneth McDermott handle?
James Kenneth McDermott focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Kenneth McDermott practiced law?
James Kenneth McDermott has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Kenneth McDermott go to law school?
James Kenneth McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James Kenneth McDermott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1972
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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