Atty. Stephen Leo McDermott

Atty. Stephen Leo McDermott

Mr. Stephen Leo McDermott is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities, litigation.

Washington Washington 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Leo McDermott at a glance

Stephen Leo McDermott is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on formation, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2003) and District of Columbia (2006). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2003) and Lafayette College (B.A. Government, 2000). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen Leo McDermott is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities, litigation
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Lafayette College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Stephen practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Leo McDermott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Leo McDermott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Leo McDermott

Where is Stephen Leo McDermott's law office located?
Stephen Leo McDermott's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmerhale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Leo McDermott handle?
Stephen Leo McDermott focuses on formation, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen Leo McDermott practiced law?
Stephen Leo McDermott has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Stephen Leo McDermott go to law school?
Stephen Leo McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Government, 2000).
How can I contact Stephen Leo McDermott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 2003
B.A. Government
Lafayette College
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006

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