Shawn E Mcdermott

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Shawn E Mcdermott
Boutique law practice helping individuals with disability/life insurance and personal injury claims.
5.0 star rating
ERISA Lawsuit
- a Employee Benefits client
5.0 star rating
Very personable and knowledgeable lawyer & staff!
- a Lawsuits & Disputes client

Overview

Avvo Rating

Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (25%-35%), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Hourly ($250-$350/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

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  • Law Office of Shawn E. McDermott, LLC
    2300 15th Street, Suite 200
    Denver, CO 80202
    Office: 303-964-1800
    Fax: 303-964-1900
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About Me

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I have practiced law in the the Denver, Colorado area since 1992. My office specializes in insurance disputes and personal injury claims.I operate asmall... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“ERISA Lawsuit”

Posted by: a Employee Benefits client, 5 months ago.

Client Review: Shawn and his staff was great. I became a bug in their ear with all my questions. Shawn always answered me truthfully, explaining it so I understood... more
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5 star rating

“Very personable and knowledgeable lawyer & staff!”

Posted by: a Lawsuits & Disputes client, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: Shawn McDermott and his staff helped me with a successful outcome to my lawsuit. Being involved in a lawsuit is a very time consuming and stressful... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


Jennifer Lee Donaldson

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. McDermott is one of the leading lawyers in Colorado in disability law. His knowledge of disability benefits and law... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jennifer Donaldson , Denver (CO), About 1 year ago
James Todd Tenge

I fully endorse Shawn McDermott. He is smart, diligent and not afraid to take on the big insurance companies. Shawn has earned a reputation... more

Endorsement from lawyer: James Tenge , Boulder (CO), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

20 years since Shawn E Mcdermott was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Colorado Active 1992 05/06/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Senior Attorney at Law Office of Shawn E. McDermott 1996–present
Associate Attorney at Breit Bosch Levin & Coppola 1992–1996

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Colorado School of Law Juris Doctor 1992
University of Colorado - Boulder Engineering Bachelor of Science 1988

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Super Lawyer, 2010 Super Lawyers Magazine 2010
Austin W. Scott, Jr. Award - Best Oral Argument Univ of Colorado 1992
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
American Association for Justice 1992-present
Colorado Bar Association 1992-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 6
Answers: 9 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
6 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
0 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Recently Posted

Publications

Article Publication Date
C.R.S. § 10-3-1116, ERISA Preemption, and the Standard of Review Colorado Lawyer 2010
Group Long-Term Disability Coverage and ERISA Colorado Lawyer 2004

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
The Impact of HB 1407 on ERISA Health, Life and Disability Claims HB 1407: Insurance Accountability Act Seminar 2008
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