Atty. Paul Michael McDermott

Atty. Paul Michael McDermott

Mr. Paul Michael McDermott is a lawyer practicing alimony, child custody, child support and 21 other areas of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Michael McDermott at a glance

Paul Michael McDermott is a Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at McDermott Law Offices, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2001), Texas (2011), and Florida (2015). Educated at Regent University (J.D., 2001) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A. History, 1998). Active member of Norfolk and Portsmouth and Virginia Beach Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Paul Michael McDermott is a lawyer practicing alimony, child custody, child support and 21 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Paul practices at McDermott Law Offices, PLLC in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael McDermott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Michael McDermott 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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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Michael McDermott

Where is Paul Michael McDermott's law office located?
Paul Michael McDermott's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is McDermott Law Offices, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael McDermott handle?
Paul Michael McDermott focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Paul Michael McDermott practiced law?
Paul Michael McDermott has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Paul Michael McDermott go to law school?
Paul Michael McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. History, 1998).
How can I contact Paul Michael McDermott for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Michael 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.
Regent University
- 2001
B.A. History
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2001
Texas
Admitted: 2011
Florida
Admitted: 2015

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