Atty. Robert J. McDermott
Robert J. McDermott is a lawyer practicing business, executive compensation, state & local tax and 2 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 55+ Years Experience
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About Robert J. McDermott at a Glance
Robert J. McDermott is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on irs, business, tax, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts (1971). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1970) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York (Committee on Taxation, 1979-1982) New York State (Executive Committee, Tax Section, 1980-1991) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J. McDermott
- Robert J. McDermott is a lawyer practicing business, executive compensation, state & local tax and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Robert practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in New York, NY
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Robert J. McDermott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. McDermott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
IRS Disputes & Audits in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Employment Contracts in New York
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Robert J. McDermott
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert J. McDermott's practice in the field of irs, business, tax, and employment contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert J. McDermott brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, business, and tax, Robert J. McDermott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Robert J. McDermott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert J. McDermott Handles in New York
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