BOSTON (October 24, 2025) – Holland & Knight Partner Diane McDermott was named Real Estate Attorney of the Year in Law.com's New England Legal Awards. The Real Estate Attorney of the Year Award recognizes an exceptional attorney in the area of real estate law, including accomplishments from the past year. Ms. McDermott was honored at an awards ceremony in Boston on October 23.
The New England Legal Awards stand as a distinguished celebration of professional excellence within the legal community across Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Ms. McDermott serves as the executive partner of Holland & Knight's Boston office and also is part of the leadership team for the Firm's industry segment team focusing on the Real Estate and Hospitality Industry. She is a real estate attorney whose practice focuses on numerous aspects of real estate law, including permitting and development, commercial and retail leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, and financing.