Atty. Michael Anthony McDermott

Atty. Michael Anthony McDermott

Michael Anthony McDermott is a lawyer practicing charitable trust law, nonprofit corporate, tax and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Notre Dame University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Laguna Beach Laguna Beach 51 J. Erfahrung 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Anthony McDermott at a glance

Michael Anthony McDermott is an Associate based in Laguna Beach, California, practicing at McDermott & Trayner Professional Law Corporation. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, employment, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1975). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1975) and Notre Dame University (B.S., 1971). Active member of The State Bar of California. Serands clients in Laguna Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Anthony McDermott is a lawyer practicing charitable trust law, nonprofit corporate, tax and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Notre Dame University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Michael practices at McDermott & Trayner Professional Law Corporation in Laguna Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Anthony McDermott's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Laguna Beach 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 Michael Anthony McDermott

Where is Michael Anthony McDermott's law office located?
Michael Anthony McDermott's law practice is located in Laguna Beach, California. The firm is McDermott & Trayner Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Anthony McDermott handle?
Michael Anthony McDermott focuses on trusts, employment, business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Anthony McDermott practiced law?
Michael Anthony McDermott has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Michael Anthony McDermott go to law school?
Michael Anthony McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Michael Anthony McDermott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1975
B.S.
Notre Dame University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1975

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