Atty. Derek A. Carrillo
Derek A. Carrillo is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, arts & sports, business law and 10 other areas of law.
Arts & Sports & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 12+ Years Experience
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About Derek A. Carrillo at a Glance
Derek A. Carrillo is a trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business attorney based in Tampa, Florida. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of (2014), District of Columbia (2021), New York (2023), and New Mexico (2024). Educated at Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (J.D., 2014). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Derek A. Carrillo
- Derek A. Carrillo is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, arts & sports, business law and 10 other areas of law
- Derek has been licensed for 12 years
- Derek practices in Tampa, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Derek A. Carrillo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek A. Carrillo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Trusts in Tampa
Derek A. Carrillo is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Probate in Tampa
Derek A. Carrillo is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →
Estate Planning & Probate in Tampa
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Derek A. Carrillo is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Employment Law in Tampa
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Derek A. Carrillo is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Derek A. Carrillo is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Derek A. Carrillo
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Derek A. Carrillo's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Derek A. Carrillo brings 12+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of , District of Columbia, and New York, Derek A. Carrillo can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Derek A. Carrillo can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Derek A. Carrillo attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Derek A. Carrillo Handles in Tampa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Derek A. Carrillo has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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