Atty. Derek Austin Keightly

Atty. Derek Austin Keightly

Derek Austin Keightly is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil litigation, zoning, planning and land use. Derek has been licensed for 8 years.

Newtown Newtown 8 yrs experience 8 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Austin Keightly at a glance

Derek Austin Keightly is an Associate based in Newtown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Stuckert and Yates. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2018). Educated at Michigan State University (J.D., 2018). Serands clients in Newtown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Austin Keightly is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil litigation, zoning, planning and land use
  • Derek has been licensed for 8 years
  • Derek practices at Stuckert and Yates in Newtown, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Austin Keightly's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Austin Keightly

Where is Derek Austin Keightly's law office located?
Derek Austin Keightly's law practice is located in Newtown, Pennsylvania. The firm is Stuckert and Yates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Austin Keightly handle?
Derek Austin Keightly focuses on criminal defense, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Derek Austin Keightly practiced law?
Derek Austin Keightly has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
Where did Derek Austin Keightly go to law school?
Derek Austin Keightly earned their education at (J.D., 2018).
How can I contact Derek Austin Keightly for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Michigan State University
- 2018

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2018

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