Atty. Derek Dryden Rollins

Atty. Derek Dryden Rollins

Mr. Derek Dryden Rollins is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, creditors rights, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Dryden Rollins at a glance

Derek Dryden Rollins is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Bankruptc (2001). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 2000) and Texas A&M University (B.S., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Dallas, Federal and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, William "Mac" Taylor, Jr, and 112th American Inn of Court. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derek Dryden Rollins is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, creditors rights, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.S. degree from Texas A&M University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Derek practices at Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Dryden Rollins's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Derek Dryden Rollins is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →

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 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 Dallas 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 Dryden Rollins

Where is Derek Dryden Rollins's law office located?
Derek Dryden Rollins's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Dryden Rollins handle?
Derek Dryden Rollins focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek Dryden Rollins practiced law?
Derek Dryden Rollins has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Derek Dryden Rollins go to law school?
Derek Dryden Rollins earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Derek Dryden Rollins for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Dryden Rollins directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Derek Dryden Rollins received?
Derek Dryden Rollins's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 2000
B.S.
Texas A&M University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas U.S. Bankruptc
Admitted: 2001

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