About Us

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Derek began his career as a lawyer in 2003 with a small group of experienced lawyers. It was there Derek sharpened his skills as a litigator and counselor.  Born in Chicago, Illinois, and well traveled, Derek has called New Orleans home for two decades.  He has represented clients before many state courts, as well as those in Louisiana's federal courts and beyond.  Derek became a member of the Louisiana Bar in 2003.  He is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court in the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana and the U.S. Fifth and Seventh Circuit Courts of Appeal.  Derek earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in 1996.  He continued his academic pursuits and earned a Law degree from the University of Virginia in 2003, where he served as a Senior Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Social Policy and the Law. 

Derek is active in a number of professional organizations including the Louisiana State and American Bar Associations, and the New Orleans Bar Association.  He is also a Young Fellow of the New Orleans Museum of Art and a member of the New Orleans Citizens Diplomacy Counsel.  Derek treats every client with respect and integrity.