Atty. Lea Sullivan McDermid

Atty. Lea Sullivan McDermid

Lea Sullivan McDermid is a lawyer practicing adoptions, child abuse and neglect, child sexual abuse and 11 other areas of law. Lea received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Anchorage Anchorage 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Lea Sullivan McDermid at a glance

Lea Sullivan McDermid is an Owner/Attorney based in Anchorage, Alaska, practicing at Law Offices of Lea McDermid, LLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning, and immigration. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (2002) and Alaska (2006). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 2001) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A. Psychology, 1998). Active member of Chair, Immigration Section, Alaska Bar Association. Serands clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lea Sullivan McDermid is a lawyer practicing adoptions, child abuse and neglect, child sexual abuse and 11 other areas of law
  • Lea received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Lea practices at Law Offices of Lea McDermid, LLC in Anchorage, AK

Practice Areas Explained

Lea Sullivan McDermid's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lea Sullivan McDermid handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alaska

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lea Sullivan McDermid

Where is Lea Sullivan McDermid's law office located?
Lea Sullivan McDermid's law practice is located in Anchorage, Alaska. The firm is Law Offices of Lea McDermid, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lea Sullivan McDermid handle?
Lea Sullivan McDermid focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alaska.
How long has Lea Sullivan McDermid practiced law?
Lea Sullivan McDermid has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Lea Sullivan McDermid go to law school?
Lea Sullivan McDermid earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. Psychology, 1998).
How can I contact Lea Sullivan McDermid for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 2001
B.A. Psychology
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1998

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 2002
Alaska
Admitted: 2006

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