Atty. Derek Gilman

Atty. Derek Gilman

Derek Gilman is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law. Derek received a M.A. degree from Cambridge University, United Kingdom in 1990, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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Profile Summary

About Derek Gilman at a glance

Derek Gilman is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Nichols Liu Llp. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1992) and U.S. Tax Court (1993). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1997) and Cambridge University, United Kingdom (M.A. United, 1990). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Derek Gilman is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law
  • Derek received a M.A. degree from Cambridge University, United Kingdom in 1990, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Derek practices at Nichols Liu LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Gilman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Gilman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Gilman

Where is Derek Gilman's law office located?
Derek Gilman's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Nichols Liu Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Gilman handle?
Derek Gilman focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Derek Gilman practiced law?
Derek Gilman has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Derek Gilman go to law school?
Derek Gilman earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1997); (M.A. United, 1990).
How can I contact Derek Gilman for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1997
M.A. United
Cambridge University, United Kingdom
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1993

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