Atty. Derek Delbert Smith

Atty. Derek Delbert Smith

Derek Delbert Smith is a lawyer practicing export controls and economic sanctions, securities litigation and professional liability, supreme court and appellate and 1 other area of law. Derek Delbert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 19 Years Experience 19 year
Call (628) 786-5132

Profile Summary

About Derek Delbert Smith at a glance

Derek Delbert Smith is a Litig.; Compliance Coun. based in San Francisco, California. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on white collar, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2007), Maryland (2007), and California (2014). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D., 2006) and Harvard University (A.B., 2000). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Delbert Smith is a lawyer practicing export controls and economic sanctions, securities litigation and professional liability, supreme court and appellate and 1 other area of law
  • Derek Delbert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Derek Delbert practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Delbert Smith's Areas of Practice

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

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 San Francisco 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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Derek Delbert Smith's law office located?
Derek Delbert Smith's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Delbert Smith handle?
Derek Delbert Smith focuses on white collar, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek Delbert Smith practiced law?
Derek Delbert Smith has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Derek Delbert Smith go to law school?
Derek Delbert Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (A.B., 2000).
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Education

J.D.
Yale University Law School
- 2006
A.B.
Harvard University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2007
Maryland
Admitted: 2007
California
Admitted: 2014

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