Kevin M. McDermott II

Kevin M. McDermott II is a partner at Scott & Winters Law Firm, LLC, where he focuses exclusively on employment law. He represents employees and professionals in class, collective, and individual actions to protect their rights under state and federal labor laws. His legal mission centers on ensuring that workers are treated fairly and compensated in accordance with the law by their employers.

Kevin earned his Juris Doctor from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and his Bachelor’s degree magna cum laude from The Ohio State University. While at Ohio State, he participated in the Politics, Society, and Law Scholars Program and studied law at the University of Oxford through a summer program. During law school, he gained valuable experience clerking with the Federal and Cuyahoga County Public Defenders and was certified as a Legal Intern by the Ohio Supreme Court.

Throughout his career, Kevin has successfully represented thousands of employees in wage-and-hour disputes, recovering millions of dollars in unpaid wages. He has briefed and prevailed in cases before both the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and Ohio’s Eighth District Court of Appeals, solidifying his reputation as a strong advocate for workers’ rights.

Kevin is admitted to practice in Ohio and in multiple federal courts, including the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, and federal districts in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and North Dakota. His ability to handle complex employment matters across jurisdictions makes him a valuable asset for clients facing challenging workplace issues.

Kevin M. McDermott II maintains offices in Strongsville and downtown Cleveland’s Terminal Tower, representing clients throughout Ohio. His strategic legal counsel, combined with his dedication to justice, continues to make a positive impact on the lives of working individuals and their families.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Scott & Winters Law Firm, LLC
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Ohio State University
  Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude

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