Kathleen McDermott
USA Guide 2024
Band 3 : Healthcare
Band 3
About
Provided by Kathleen McDermott
Practice Areas
A former Assistant US Attorney and US Department of Justice (DOJ) Healthcare Fraud Coordinator, Katie McDermott represents healthcare and life sciences clients throughout the United States in government investigations and litigation matters relating to criminal, civil, and administrative allegations, including violations of the False Claims Act and its whistleblower provisions. Katie also advises on corporate compliance matters relating to internal investigations, voluntary government disclosures, consent decrees, and corporate integrity agreements. She is a recipient of the HHS Inspector General’s Integrity Award for her work in government healthcare fraud matters, and has been recognized as a leading False Claims Act practitioner with both government and defense experience. For more information, please view her bio at https://www.morganlewis.com/bios/kmcdermott.
Personal
Wright State University, 1982, B.A., University Honors Scholar; Suffolk University Law School, 1986, J.D., cum laude
Chambers Review
USA
Kathleen McDermott offers significant expertise in government investigations, particularly matters brought under the FCA. Her practice is complemented by her notable experience in the DOJ and US Attorney's Office.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"She is a very solid lawyer."
"She is a very solid lawyer."