Brian Lee McDermott, Employment Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatJackson Lewis P.C.
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing employment in Indianapolis since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Brian Lee McDermott is a principal based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Brian has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Indianapolis, IN
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Health Care
- Handles Employment, General, and Health Care matters from Indianapolis, IN.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Brian Lee McDermott: Brian Lee McDermott is a principal based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Brian has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brian Lee McDermott
Brian concentrates on employment, general, health care, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Health Care
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Insurance
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SSD
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Employment cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Brian takes employment matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
General cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Brian takes general matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Brian takes health care matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Brian takes insurance matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Brian takes litigation matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brian Lee McDermott — Over 34 years of Indiana employment experience
Brian Lee McDermott is a principal based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Brian has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Brian Lee McDermott is a lawyer practicing advice and counsel, disability, leave and health management, litigation and 8 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Loras College in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Brian practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Indianapolis, IN.
Brian's approach to employment cases
Mr. Brian Lee McDermott is a lawyer practicing advice and counsel, disability, leave and health management, litigation and 8 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Loras College in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Brian practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Indianapolis, IN.
The kind of cases Brian takes
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and health care matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Brian Lee McDermott's legal education and bar admissions
University of Iowa
J.D. · 1991
Loras College
B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Iowa - S.D. Iowa
2006 · ACTIVE
Iowa - N.D. Iowa
2004 · ACTIVE
Ohio - N.D. Ohio
2004 · ACTIVE
Iowa
1999 · ACTIVE
Indiana
1992 · ACTIVE
Indiana - S.D. Ind
1992 · ACTIVE
Indiana - N.D. Ind
1992 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in University of Iowa and B.A. in Loras College.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in University of Iowa and B.A. in Loras College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Brian Lee McDermott
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
College of Labor and Employment Labors (2014)
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2011 Samuel C. Schlosser Indiana Chamber Volunteer of the Year. Listed: Indiana Super Lawyer (2004-2012)
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The Best Lawyers in America (2005-2015)
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Best Lawyers, 2014 Indianapolis Litigation - Labor & Employment Lawyer of the Year
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Chambers and Partners USA, Leaders in Your Field (2004-2006, 2008-2015). Co-Editor: FMLA Guide: Everything Indiana Employers Need to Know About the FMLA, Indiana Chamber of Commerce (2009) (2nd Edition)
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Co-Author: "Indiana Employers' Guide to the ADA and FMLA", Indiana Chamber of Commerce (2001, 2003)
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Co-Editor, "The Employment and Labor Law Handbook for Indiana Lawyers", Indiana State Bar Association, Employment and Labor Law Section (2005)
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Co-Author, "Interviewing Guide, Designed to Assist Indiana Employers with Hiring and Retaining Employees", Indiana Chamber of Commerce (2005)
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Co-Author, "Religion in the Workplace: A Guide for the Indiana Employer", Indiana Chamber of Commerce (2006)
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Co-Author, "New Laws, New Claims, New Policies? Workplace Bullying", For the Defense, In-House Defense Quarterly, DRI (2008)
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Co-Author, "Avoiding FLSA Disaster: FLSA Risk Areas for PEOs", National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (2008)
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Privacy in the Workplace, Issues for PEOs and Their Clients, HR practices & strategies, PEO Insider, NAPEO (2008)
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Author, "Seventh Circuit Side-Steps Need to Decide FMLA Eligibility-by-Estoppel Claim", HR Spotlight, Council in Education Management (2008)
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"The Constitutionality of Canon 7(B)(1)(c) of the Code of Judicial Conduct: Free Speech Rights of Judges", 25 Creighton Law Review 855 (1992)
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Note, "Defending the Defenseless: Murray v. Giarratano and the Right to Counsel in Capital Proceedings", 75 Iowa Law Review 1305 (1990)
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Chapter, How Arbitration Works, Alan Mills Ruben et al. eds., BNA Books (6th Edition 2001). Note and Comment Editor, Iowa Law Review, 1990-1991. Law Clerk, Honorable Donald J. Porter, U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota, 1991-1992. Member, Human
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IndySHRM
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Board Member, Japan America Society of Indiana (JASI) (2013-present)
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Locations
Brian Lee McDermott's office in Indianapolis
Brian's primary office is at 211 N. Pennsylvania Street, Suite 1700, Indianapolis, IN, 46204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Jackson Lewis P.C.
211 N. Pennsylvania Street, Suite 1700
Indianapolis, IN 46204
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Client reviews of Brian Lee McDermott — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Indianapolis.
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How to hire Brian Lee McDermott — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Lee McDermott
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Brian is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new employment clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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