Atty. Derek Alan Wu

Atty. Derek Alan Wu

Derek Alan Wu is a lawyer practicing corporate, immigration and naturalization. Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Western Springs Western Springs 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Alan Wu at a glance

Derek Alan Wu is a Sears Holdings Mgmt. Corp. based in Western Springs, Illinois. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on citizenship, immigration, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1996). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1995) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Western Springs, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Alan Wu is a lawyer practicing corporate, immigration and naturalization
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Derek practices in Western Springs, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Alan Wu's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Immigration Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Western Springs are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Alan Wu

Where is Derek Alan Wu's law office located?
Derek Alan Wu's law practice is located in Western Springs, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Alan Wu handle?
Derek Alan Wu focuses on citizenship, immigration, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Derek Alan Wu practiced law?
Derek Alan Wu has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Derek Alan Wu go to law school?
Derek Alan Wu earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Derek Alan Wu for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1995
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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