Atty. Derek Haggerty

Atty. Derek Haggerty

Mr. Haggerty's practice is devoted to representing school districts and their employees.

Columbus Columbus 16 yrs experience 16 year
Call (380) 219-6062 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Derek Haggerty at a glance

Derek Haggerty is an Associate based in Columbus, Ohio, practforg at Scott Scriven LLP. They haand 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2010), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (2010), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2010). Educated at Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Ohio State University (B.S., 2006). Actiand member of Columbus and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Haggerty's practice is devoted to representing school districts and their employees
  • He first gained an appreciation for school law while working at The Ohio State University Office of Legal Affairs as an undergraduate and a legal intern
  • Throughout his career, Mr. Haggerty has represented various school districts and public agencies in both state and federal court
  • He has experience trying cases before the bench, as well as before a jury
  • Mr. Haggerty enjoys giving presentations to his clients and has presented on issues such as public records and the liability of public officials for various acts that occur within their office
  • Mr. Haggerty is a graduate of The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business (with honors) and a graduate of The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Where is Derek Haggerty's law office located?
Derek Haggerty's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Scott Scriven LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Derek Haggerty practiced law?
Derek Haggerty has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Derek Haggerty go to law school?
Derek Haggerty earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S., 2006).
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Education

J.D.
Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
- 2010
B.S.
Ohio State University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2010
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2010

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