Shawn E. McDermott
About Shawn E. McDermott
Shawn E. McDermott is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Shawn E. McDermott is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: McDermott Law LLC
Education: University of Colorado at Boulder, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Denver, CO
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