Atty. Derek Benjamin Doherty

Atty. Derek Benjamin Doherty

Derek Benjamin Doherty is a lawyer practicing general practice. Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 15 Years Experience 15 year
Call (628) 243-4845

Profile Summary

About Derek Benjamin Doherty at a glance

Derek Benjamin Doherty is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart And Sullivan Llp. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in California (2011). Educated at University of Southern California Law School (J.D., 2011) and University of Massachusetts at Amherst (B.A. Political, 2008). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Benjamin Doherty is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Derek practices at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Where is Derek Benjamin Doherty's law office located?
Derek Benjamin Doherty's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Quinn Emanuel Urquhart And Sullivan Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Derek Benjamin Doherty practiced law?
Derek Benjamin Doherty has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Derek Benjamin Doherty go to law school?
Derek Benjamin Doherty earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.A. Political, 2008).
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California Law School
- 2011
B.A. Political
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
- 2008

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2011

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