Atty. Derek Allen Johnson

Atty. Derek Allen Johnson

Mr. Derek Allen Johnson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, local taxation and 9 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Allen Johnson at a glance

Derek Allen Johnson is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Gulley Johnson, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Bankruptc (2002). Educated at Samford University (J.D. University, 2001) and Samford University (B.A., 1997). Active member of State Bar of Texas American Bar Association Texas Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derek Allen Johnson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, local taxation and 9 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from Samford University in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Derek practices at Gulley Johnson, LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Allen Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Allen Johnson

Where is Derek Allen Johnson's law office located?
Derek Allen Johnson's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Gulley Johnson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Allen Johnson handle?
Derek Allen Johnson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek Allen Johnson practiced law?
Derek Allen Johnson has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Derek Allen Johnson go to law school?
Derek Allen Johnson earned their education at (J.D. University, 2001); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Derek Allen Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. University
Samford University
- 2001
B.A.
Samford University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Bankruptc
Admitted: 2002

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