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McDermott

A lawyer handling the Merrick estate.

minor

Also known as McDermott, the perspiring McDermott

First appearance: iii

See McDermott in iiiBook page

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DPDoctor PyleBMBobby MerrickDCDoctor CarterHHHelen HudsonALAldrichMCMcDermott

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  • Other

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  • Supporting characters and community
  • Helen's social circle
  • Protagonist

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  • Aftermath
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See McDermott in iii