Atty. Thomas E McDermott
Mr. Thomas E McDermott is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, commercial litigation, employment law and 5 other areas of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 50+ Years Experience
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About Thomas E McDermott at a Glance
Thomas E McDermott is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Lindsay Hart Neil & Weigler. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on formation, medical malpractice, employment, business, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1976). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1976) and Villanova University (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas E McDermott
- Mr. Thomas E McDermott is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, commercial litigation, employment law and 5 other areas of law
- Thomas received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Thomas practices at Lindsay Hart Neil & Weigler in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas E McDermott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E McDermott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business Formation in Portland
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Medical Malpractice in Portland
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Thomas E McDermott is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Product Liability in Portland
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon 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 Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-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 Portland Choose Thomas E 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 Thomas E McDermott's practice in the field of formation, medical malpractice, employment, business, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas E McDermott brings 50+ 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 formation, medical malpractice, and employment, Thomas E McDermott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Thomas E McDermott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Thomas E McDermott Handles in Portland
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