Atty. Mark Alan McDermott
Mark Alan McDermott is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, international law, securities / investment fraud. Mark received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Antitrust & Trade Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 35+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Mark Alan McDermott at a Glance
Mark Alan McDermott is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on securities, consumer, and international. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1991), Illinois (1992), and New York (2007). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1991) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1988). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Mark Alan McDermott in New York
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Mark Alan McDermott
- Mark Alan McDermott is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, international law, securities / investment fraud
- Mark received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Mark practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Alan McDermott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan McDermott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Securities Law in New York
Mark Alan McDermott is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in New York →
Consumer Protection in New York
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Mark Alan McDermott is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in New York →
International Law in New York
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
Mark Alan McDermott is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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.
Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New York or all attorneys in New York.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Mark Alan McDermott
Where is Mark Alan McDermott's law office located?
What practice areas does Mark Alan McDermott handle?
How long has Mark Alan McDermott practiced law?
Where did Mark Alan McDermott go to law school?
How can I contact Mark Alan McDermott for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Mark Alan 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 Mark Alan McDermott's practice in the field of securities, consumer, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Alan McDermott brings 35+ 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 Iowa, Illinois, and New York, Mark Alan McDermott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering securities, consumer, and international, Mark Alan McDermott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Mark Alan McDermott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find Mark Alan McDermott Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in New York commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Mark Alan McDermott.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Mark Alan McDermott directly.
Mark Alan McDermott's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Mark Alan McDermott
No reviews yet.