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Mary McDermott
Association professional & lawyer advising policymakers on ethics. Writer, editor, and education planner for members.
Mary McDermott is a highly skilled professional with a background in law, education, and project management.
She holds a JD from DePaul University College of Law, a Master of Arts in Teaching from National Louis University, and a BA in Political Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Mary has held various key roles at the American Bar Association, including Lead Senior Counsel and Committee Staff Liaison at the Center for Professional Responsibility.
Her expertise includes managing association projects, legal research and writing, policy development, and team collaboration.
Mary has also served in teaching positions at Chicago area schools and colleges, as an Adjunct Professor at The John Marshall Law School, and in legal roles at the Illinois State Bar Association and other organizations.
With a wealth of experience in the legal and educational fields, Mary is a valuable asset in providing support and guidance to association members in producing high-quality educational content and publications.
