Av. Sean McDermott
Colorado trial attorney SEAN MCDERMOTT is a founding partner of the criminal defense and civil litigation practice, McDermott Stuart & Ward. His practice focuses on representation of those who have been charged with crimes as well as those who have experienced civil wrongs.
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Sean McDermott is a personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar attorney based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at The Law Office of Sean McDermott. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1998). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1998) and Colorado State University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Colorado trial attorney SEAN MCDERMOTT is a founding partner of the criminal defense and civil litigation practice, McDermott Stuart & Ward
- His practice focuses on representation of those who have been charged with crimes as well as those who have experienced civil wrongs
- At the heart of his practice is a strong belief that everyone charged with a crime or involved in a personal injury matter should have an attorney who is dedicated to the case and who will protect their interests both inside and outside the courtroom
- His extensive experience includes DUIs, fraud, homicide, drug trafficking, and other serious crimes
- He also provides representation to those involved in vehicle accidents, and premises liability
- Sean’s extensive background and successes earned him a preeminent AV Martindale-Hubbell rating
- He has been named by the Top 100 Trial Lawyers as a National Trial Lawyer since 2013
- He is an active and respected member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), the Colorado Bar Association, and the Denver Bar Association
- He has been a member of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar since 1998 and served as the organization’s President in 2013-2014
- Sean has consistently been named as a Colorado Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine
- Prior to moving into private practice, he served in the Colorado Public Defender’s office
- For more information about Sean McDermott visit www.MSWDenver.com
Practice Areas Explained
Sean McDermott's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean McDermott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Sean McDermott is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Sean McDermott is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Colorado →
Sean McDermott is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Colorado
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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