Chih McDermott
Associate
Office: 646.480.1390
Direct: 646.922.9447
Chih McDermott is a litigator who focuses on disputes where complexity, uncertainty, and evolving legal frameworks intersect. He approaches these matters with a commitment to clarity and thoughtful decision-making—helping clients move from reactive positions to deliberate, strategic action.
Chih’s practice spans all phases of litigation, from early case assessment through judgment. He has represented clients in employment, privacy, and commercial matters, contributing to case strategy, written advocacy, and witness preparation in both court and arbitral settings. In individual and class matters alike, he has helped secure injunctive relief and meaningful monetary outcomes.
Chih is known for bringing structure to fact-intensive problems. He works closely with clients and colleagues to understand the full system surrounding a dispute—legal, operational, and relational—and to align strategy accordingly. He shines in organizing complex information into clear, persuasive narratives and translating that clarity into practical, forward-looking solutions.
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J.D., University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, 2022
M.Ed., Wheelock College, Boston University, 2016
B.A., Williams College, 2014
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BAR:
California
Pennsylvania
COURTS:
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
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Juvenile Law Center, Legal Intern, May - August, 2020
Alan Lerner Fellow In Child Welfare Policy, September 2020 - May 2021