Skip to main content
Find a Lawyer
McDermott Law, LLC: Disability & ERISA Lawyers

McDermott Law, LLC: Disability & ERISA Lawyers - Denver, CO

Colorado ERISA, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance. We do not handle Social Security Disability (SSDI) claims. Lawyers in Denver, CO

4600 S. Ulster Street Suite 800 Denver, CO 80237

  • 2 Super Lawyers®
  • 7 Attorney Ratings
  • 22 Years 
    Experience

Denver Colorado ERISA, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance. We do not handle Social Security Disability (SSDI) claims. Law Firm

Updated: 04/13/2026

Reviews

Customer Reviews for McDermott Law, LLC: Disability & ERISA Lawyers

5.0 out of 5
8 Reviews
Learn more about our review guidelines.
8 Reviews

Read reviews that mention:

Clients have highlighted the following topics in their reviews. Each topic includes a count of related reviews. Read reviews that mention the following topics.

Filter Reviews by:

Reset Filter

Sort Reviews by:

Reset Sort
  • By Anonymous on Mar. 05, 2026
    Hired Law firm 2024-2026
    Recommends this Law firm
    We found all of the lawyers and staff at McDermott Law to be extremely friendly, knowledgeable and professional. They took the time to answer our questions, helped us understand our options and guided us through a disability claim denial appeal process, which was ultimately successful.
  • By Anonymous on Jul. 14, 2025
    Hired Law firm 2020-2025
    I cannot thank the team at McDermott Law enough for the outstanding job they did in helping me overturn a wrongful denial and ultimately win my case. From the very beginning, they took the time to understand my situation, guided me through every step of the appeal process, and fought hard on my behalf. Their expertise in disability law, attention to detail, and dedication gave me the peace of mind I desperately needed during a very difficult time in my life. They kept me informed, answered every question I had, and truly made me feel supported. If you're facing a long-term disability claim and don't know where to turn, I highly recommend this team. Their professionalism and compassion made all the difference in my case.
  • By Melinda S. on Nov. 20, 2024
    Hired Law firm 2010-2024
    Wonderful, caring , professional group to work with. They listened and helped me every step of the way and through the hard times when the insurance company decided I was no longer disabled, and successfully fought to get my benefits reinstated. Later when my husband became disabled they fought for him too!
  • By Anonymous on Apr. 14, 2023
    Hired Law firm 2021-2022
    Recommends this Law firm
    Having worked in healthcare for over 40 years, I knew I needed an experienced law team in my court when going up against a big insurance company for my health related claim. Mr McDermott and his team were in my corner the whole way to a prompt and favorable outcome.

Areas of Practice

  • Colorado ERISA, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance. We do not handle Social Security Disability (SSDI) claims.
  • Insurance Recovery and Bad Faith Insurance
  • ERISA

Firm Information

Overview

When you purchased your insurance policy, you expected the company to be there for you when you needed to make a claim. Unfortunately, insurance companies often search for a way to deny your claim. Here at the law office of McDermott Law, LLC: Disability & ERISA Lawyers, we fiercely advocate for clients in your situation. From our law office in Denver, Colorado, we use all our knowledge and resources to uncover every detail pertaining to your case, which can help in achieving the best outcome possible for your situation.

Our law firm assists people with numerous claims and denials relating to a variety of insurance policies, including the following:

• Long-term care

• Disability

• Accidental death and dismemberment

• Life

• Bad faith claims

Our team has special experience and knowledge in handling claims and denials associated with the Colorado Public Employee's Retirement Association, or PERA, and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, or ERISA. We also handle personal injury claims including auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip-and-fall accidents and more since they often involve insurance claims. If you need assistance in resolving a claim in which another person's negligence or recklessness caused you harm, you have come to the right place.

When you work with McDermott Law, LLC: Disability & ERISA Lawyers, you receive competent, compassionate and superior advice and assistance, and we pride ourselves on giving our all to every client. To take the first step toward protecting your rights, and receiving honest answers to all your questions and concerns, contact our law firm today to schedule your Free Review of Denied Claims to find out how we can help you without any risk or obligation.


Awards and Honors

Super Lawyers® Selectees

SuperLawyers

McDermott Law, LLC: Disability & ERISA Lawyers selected for a Super Lawyers® list

Attorneys

Mary Susan L. Kern

Associate Attorney

(7)
View Profile

Shawn E. McDermott

Founding Attorney/Manager

Super Lawyers®
View Profile

Staff

  • Lisa Kantor, Office Manager/Senior Paralegal
  • Shelina Young, Legal Assistant
  • Jacob Morris, Receptionist/Legal Assistant
  • Emily Fourcroy Smith, Paralegal

Mary Susan L. Kern

Associate Attorney

(7)
View Profile

Shawn E. McDermott

Founding Attorney/Manager

Super Lawyers®
View Profile

Staff

  • Lisa Kantor, Office Manager/Senior Paralegal
  • Shelina Young, Legal Assistant
  • Jacob Morris, Receptionist/Legal Assistant
  • Emily Fourcroy Smith, Paralegal

Photo

Contact

Google Map

Denver, CO

4600 S. Ulster Street
Suite 800
Denver, CO 80237

Directions

Phone: 303-515-7275

Email: Send a message

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm

  • Credit Cards Accepted

Contact Us Today

Preferred contact method
DISCLAIMER: By submitting this form you accept the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Disclaimer

Your Profile?  Update Now

When viewing a listing, consider the state advertising restrictions to which lawyers and law firms must adhere, as well as our FindLaw.com Legal Directory disclaimer. Some lawyers publish comparative information regarding the services that they provide which may be subject to specific comparative communications restrictions.