Atty. Derek Douglas Peterson

Atty. Derek Douglas Peterson

Derek Douglas Peterson is a lawyer practicing family, housing, juvenile and 13 other areas of law. Derek has been licensed for 7 years.

Olympia Olympia 7 yrs experience 7 year
Call (206) 438-9849 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Derek Douglas Peterson at a glance

Derek Douglas Peterson is a criminal defense, family law, ssd, poa, and debt settlement attorney based in Olympia, Washington. They have 7+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2019. Admitted to practice in Washington (2019) and Hawaii (2021). Serands clients in Olympia, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Derek Douglas Peterson is a lawyer practicing family, housing, juvenile and 13 other areas of law
  • Derek has been licensed for 7 years
  • Derek practices in Olympia, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Douglas Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Douglas Peterson 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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Derek Douglas Peterson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Derek Douglas Peterson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Washington →

Power of Attorney

Derek Douglas Peterson is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Washington →

Debt Settlement

Derek Douglas Peterson is one of 2,543 debt settlement attorneys indexed nationally. Browse debt settlement attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Douglas Peterson

Where is Derek Douglas Peterson's law office located?
Derek Douglas Peterson's law practice is located in Olympia, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Douglas Peterson handle?
Derek Douglas Peterson focuses on criminal defense, family law, ssd, poa, debt settlement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Derek Douglas Peterson practiced law?
Derek Douglas Peterson has 7+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2019.
How can I contact Derek Douglas Peterson for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2019
Hawaii
Admitted: 2021

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