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McDermott and Associates
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John McDermott

John McDermott

Principal McDermott and Associates

Sydney, NSW
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About John

John McDermott, Principal at McDermott & Associates, boasts an impressive legal career spanning over four decades. He has the distinctive honour of being the first solicitor in New South Wales accredited by the Law Society as both a Business and Property Specialist. His expertise in arbitration and mediation is well-recognised, having served as past Chairman of the Arbitration Liaison Committee and contributed to both the Business Law Committee and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee. As a Fellow of the Resolution Institute, John is frequently called upon by fellow solicitors and the Supreme Court of New South Wales for expert determinations. His governance experience is extensive, having chaired significant organisations such as Catholic Health Australia and Southern Cross Care, among others. John completed his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws at the University of Sydney after attending St Ignatius College (Riverview) and Aloysius College. His longstanding dedication to the legal field is a testament to his deep commitment and extensive knowledge.

Practice areas

Commercial Law
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

Resume

Experience

Principal

Principal

McDermott & Associates

Jan 2001 - Present • 25 years 10 months

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Laws

University of Sydney

1964 - 1968

HSC

HSC

St Ignatius College (Riverview)

1956 - 1961

Aloysius College

1952

Contact information

Sydney, NSW

Suite 502, 135 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000Website

Practice certificate

Name
John McDermott
Date of admission
1969
Specialisations
Business Law, Property Law
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW

Last checked: 24 Mar 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Commercial Law
    Litigation & Disputes
    • Mediation
    Property Law