Atty. Michael I. McDermott

Atty. Michael I. McDermott

Michael I. McDermott is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime, drug and vaccine litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 38 J. Erfahrung 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael I. McDermott at a glance

Michael I. McDermott is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Michael I. McDermott. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1988). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and St. Joseph's University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael I. McDermott is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime, drug and vaccine litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Michael I. McDermott in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael I. McDermott's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael I. McDermott is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Michael I. McDermott is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael I. McDermott

Where is Michael I. McDermott's law office located?
Michael I. McDermott's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Michael I. McDermott. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael I. McDermott handle?
Michael I. McDermott focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael I. McDermott practiced law?
Michael I. McDermott has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael I. McDermott go to law school?
Michael I. McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Michael I. McDermott for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael I. McDermott received?
Michael I. McDermott's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
St. Joseph's University
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988

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