Atty. Mikaela A. McDermott

Atty. Mikaela A. McDermott

Mikaela A. McDermott is a lawyer practicing commercial, employment & labor, communications & media and 2 other areas of law.

New Bedford New Bedford 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (508) 828-1900 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mikaela A. McDermott at a glance

Mikaela A. McDermott is an Off. Of The Mayor based in New Bedford, Massachusetts. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1999), District of Columbia (2001), New York (2003), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2006). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Harvard University (A.B., 1993). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mikaela A. McDermott is a lawyer practicing commercial, employment & labor, communications & media and 2 other areas of law
  • Mikaela received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Mikaela practices in New Bedford, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Mikaela A. McDermott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mikaela A. 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.

Mikaela A. McDermott is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mikaela A. McDermott is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Massachusetts →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Mikaela A. McDermott is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

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

Mikaela A. McDermott is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mikaela A. McDermott

Where is Mikaela A. McDermott's law office located?
Mikaela A. McDermott's law practice is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mikaela A. McDermott handle?
Mikaela A. McDermott focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Mikaela A. McDermott practiced law?
Mikaela A. McDermott has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Mikaela A. McDermott go to law school?
Mikaela A. McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (A.B., 1993).
How can I contact Mikaela A. McDermott for a consultation?
You can contact Mikaela A. 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1998
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2001
New York
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2006
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2007

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