Atty. John Michael McDermott

Atty. John Michael McDermott

John Michael McDermott is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Xavier University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Michael McDermott at a glance

John Michael McDermott is a Member based in Rocky River, Ohio, practicing at McDermott & McDermott Co., L.P.A.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1971). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1971) and Xavier University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Greater Cleveland, Cuyahoga County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Rocky River, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Michael McDermott is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Xavier University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at McDermott & McDermott Co., L.P.A. in Rocky River, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael McDermott's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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

Probate

John Michael McDermott is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Michael McDermott is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Michael McDermott is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Michael McDermott is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Michael McDermott

Where is John Michael McDermott's law office located?
John Michael McDermott's law practice is located in Rocky River, Ohio. The firm is McDermott & McDermott Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael McDermott handle?
John Michael McDermott focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Michael McDermott practiced law?
John Michael McDermott has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Michael McDermott go to law school?
John Michael McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact John Michael McDermott for a consultation?
You can contact John Michael 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 Michael McDermott received?
John Michael McDermott's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1971
B.S.
Xavier University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1971

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