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Lea Sullivan McDermid
also known as Lea McDermid McKenna
About Lea
Biography
I graduated from Berkeley Law in 2001 and then moved to Alaska to clerk for the Alaska Supreme Court. I owned a law firm for 13 years, where I practiced primarily immigration law. In 2018, I began working at Shaftel Delman, LLC, where I continued my immigration practice and also practiced estate planning, business law, and probate/trust administration. I joined Durrell Law Group in April 2020, where I continue to practice in these areas of law.
On a personal note, I am married and have two school-aged children. As a family we enjoy getting into the outdoors skiing, camping, hiking, and mountain biking. I had never been to Alaska before 2001 and had not planned on staying beyond my one year clerkship. But I fell in love with Alaska and now consider it home.
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Licensed in Alaska for 20 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 23 years
State: California
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Durrell Law Group
1400 W. Benson Blvd., Suite 370, Anchorage, AK, 99503
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Showing 16 - 18 of 18 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by PangoMedia | May 29, 2014
Professional, Personable & Responsive
We were brand new to H1-B visas when we met Lea. She was very patient and guided us step-by-step through the confusing and intimidating process. Lea was prompt to reply to phone calls and e-mails. Would absolutely recommend her as an immigration attorney.
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2014
Immigration interview and paperwork
Lea McDermid was great to work with! My friends told me horror stories about dealing with immigration so I was very nervous. Lea made it so stress free and easy. I have already referred several friends to her. We will definitely use her again in the future.
Posted by Lisbeth | May 23, 2014
Excellent services
In my opinion; she had excellent services, very professional and up to date on all the laws and regulations. My case cost me a lot of money with Lea but it was worth it because my situation, thanks to her, is much better.... Also it is Awesome that she is fluent in spanish, I have no complaints.
Lea Sullivan McDermid's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Have seen her work first hand and is thorough and effective."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Lea for well over a decade. We were at the same firm for a few years in the early 2000's and have continued to discuss immigration issues after we both relocated. Lea is an excellent attorney. She has a great combination of both legal skill and ability to relate well with clients. She is also extremely dedicated. I would not hesitate to refer anyone with immigration issues in Alaska to her."
Experience
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Owner/Immigration Attorney, Law Offices of Lea McDermid, LLC
2013 - 2017
Immigration Section Chair, Alaska Bar Association
2004 - 2005
Immigration Attorney for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Catholic Social Services
2002 - 2004
Immigration Attorney, Bean & Lloyd
2001 - 2002
Law Clerk to Chief Justice Dana Fabe, Alaska Supreme Court
Associations
2017 - Present
Anchorage Equal Rights CommissionCommissioner
2006 - Present
Alaska Bar Association - Immigration SectionChair/Member
2006 - Present
Alaska Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2017 - 2018
Coalition of Alaskans for Immigrants RightsMember
2017 - 2019
ACLU of AlaskaVolunteer Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Asilo para los Triquis
Asilo aprobado
Education
N/A
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of California - Santa Cruz
Undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2017
Anchorage Equal Rights Commission: Its People, Purpose, and Projects
Anchorage Equal Rights Commission: Its People, Purpose, and Projects
2014
Annual Conference
Immigration Law and Its Effect on Your Family Law Practice
2013
Out of the Closet CLE
Immigration Options for LGBT Immigrants Post-Windsor
Publications
2001
California Law Review
Deportation is Different: Noncitizens and Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Hi will a wrong father's name in I-129 form matter in the k1 visa interview?
03 Jul 2019
Q&A
What are the permitted reasons for applying for Advance Parole (Form i131)?
19 Oct 2018
Q&A
I have completed a Criminal Rehabilitation Form with Canadian Immigration to get my passport unflagged without success?
17 Jul 2018
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Potential Red Flags for Asylee/Refugee Naturalization Applicants
09 Nov 2017
Legal Guide
What type of immigration status must a person have to qualify for low-cost health insurance?
12 Feb 2015
Legal Guide
New Application for Naturalization Must Be Used As of 5/5/2014
23 May 2014