Atty. Ralph Thomas McDermott

Atty. Ralph Thomas McDermott

Ralph Thomas McDermott is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance defense, workers compensation. Ralph received a B.A. degree from Centre College of Kentucky in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About Ralph Thomas McDermott at a glance

Ralph Thomas McDermott is a Member based in Ashland, Kentucky, practicing at Law Offices of Ralph T. McDermott. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1973) and Centre College of Kentucky (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boyd County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Ashland, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ralph Thomas McDermott is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance defense, workers compensation
  • Ralph received a B.A. degree from Centre College of Kentucky in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Ralph practices at Law Offices of Ralph T. McDermott in Ashland, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Ralph Thomas McDermott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ralph Thomas 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.

Ralph Thomas McDermott is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ralph Thomas McDermott is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kentucky →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Ralph Thomas McDermott is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ralph Thomas McDermott

Where is Ralph Thomas McDermott's law office located?
Ralph Thomas McDermott's law practice is located in Ashland, Kentucky. The firm is Law Offices of Ralph T. McDermott. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ralph Thomas McDermott handle?
Ralph Thomas McDermott focuses on personal injury, workers comp, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Ralph Thomas McDermott practiced law?
Ralph Thomas McDermott has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Ralph Thomas McDermott go to law school?
Ralph Thomas McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Ralph Thomas McDermott for a consultation?
You can contact Ralph Thomas 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.
What awards or recognition has Ralph Thomas McDermott received?
Ralph Thomas McDermott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1973
B.A.
Centre College of Kentucky
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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