Atty. Thomas P. McDermott

Atty. Thomas P. McDermott

Thomas P. McDermott is a lawyer practicing general practice, municipal law, government relations and 10 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (724) 890-5787 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Thomas P. McDermott at a glance

Thomas P. McDermott is an Associate based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gaitens, Tucceri & Nicholas, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, trade secrets, and construction. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1989), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1992). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1989) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas P. McDermott is a lawyer practicing general practice, municipal law, government relations and 10 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Thomas practices at Gaitens, Tucceri & Nicholas, P.C. in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas P. McDermott's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas P. McDermott is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas P. McDermott is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas P. McDermott is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Trade Secrets

Thomas P. McDermott is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Construction Law

Thomas P. McDermott is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

Looking for additional Pennsylvania attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Pittsburgh or all attorneys in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas P. McDermott

Where is Thomas P. McDermott's law office located?
Thomas P. McDermott's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Gaitens, Tucceri & Nicholas, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas P. McDermott handle?
Thomas P. McDermott focuses on employment, business, real estate, trade secrets, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas P. McDermott practiced law?
Thomas P. McDermott has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Thomas P. McDermott go to law school?
Thomas P. McDermott earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Thomas P. McDermott for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas P. McDermott directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas P. McDermott received?
Thomas P. McDermott's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1989
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1992

Reviews

4.5
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.