Atty. John Arthur McDermott

Atty. John Arthur McDermott

John Arthur McDermott is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents and 18 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Canon City Canon City 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About John Arthur McDermott at a glance

John Arthur McDermott is a Member based in Canon City, Colorado, practicing at McDermott Law Firm, LLC. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, trusts, probate, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Florida (1969), Colorado (Inactive) (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1968) and University of Florida (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fremont/Custer Counties (President, 1980-1982), Colorado (Vice President, 1984-1985) and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1987-1989 1993-1997) American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Canon City, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Arthur McDermott is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents and 18 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • John practices at McDermott Law Firm, LLC in Canon City, CO

Practice Areas Explained

John Arthur McDermott's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Car Accidents

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Trusts

John Arthur McDermott is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Colorado →

Probate

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Wrongful Death

John Arthur McDermott is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Arthur McDermott

Where is John Arthur McDermott's law office located?
John Arthur McDermott's law practice is located in Canon City, Colorado. The firm is McDermott Law Firm, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Arthur McDermott handle?
John Arthur McDermott focuses on wills, car accidents, trusts, probate, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has John Arthur McDermott practiced law?
John Arthur McDermott has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did John Arthur McDermott go to law school?
John Arthur McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact John Arthur McDermott for a consultation?
You can contact John Arthur McDermott 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 John Arthur McDermott received?
John Arthur McDermott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1968
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1969
Colorado (Inactive)
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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