Atty. Robert Gerard McDermott

Atty. Robert Gerard McDermott

Robert Gerard McDermott is a lawyer practicing asset protection, business law, business planning and 22 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from St.

Hauppauge Hauppauge 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Robert Gerard McDermott at a glance

Robert Gerard McDermott is a Member based in Hauppauge, New York, practicing at McDermott Law Offices. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991), New York (1992), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1996). Educated at St. John's University (J.D. Communications, 1991) and St. John's University (B.S. Communications, 1984). Active member of Nassau County, Suffolk County, New York State(Member, Sections on: Family Trusts and Estates Elder Law) and American Bar Associations National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Hauppauge, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Gerard McDermott is a lawyer practicing asset protection, business law, business planning and 22 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from St. John's University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Robert practices at McDermott Law Offices in Hauppauge, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Gerard McDermott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Gerard 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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Wills

Robert Gerard McDermott is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New York →

Trusts

Robert Gerard McDermott is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in New York →

Probate

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Gerard McDermott

Where is Robert Gerard McDermott's law office located?
Robert Gerard McDermott's law practice is located in Hauppauge, New York. The firm is McDermott Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Gerard McDermott handle?
Robert Gerard McDermott focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Gerard McDermott practiced law?
Robert Gerard McDermott has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Robert Gerard McDermott go to law school?
Robert Gerard McDermott earned their education at (J.D. Communications, 1991); (B.S. Communications, 1984).
How can I contact Robert Gerard McDermott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Communications
St. John's University
- 1991
B.S. Communications
St. John's University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1991
New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1996

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