James T. "Jim" McDermott
About James T. McDermott
James T. McDermott is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. James T. McDermott is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: McDermott Weaver Connelly Clifford LLP
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Portland, OR
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