Atty. Derek Elisha Jokelson

Atty. Derek Elisha Jokelson

Derek Elisha Jokelson is a lawyer practicing litigation. Derek received a B.S.E. degree from Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

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About Derek Elisha Jokelson at a glance

Derek Elisha Jokelson is a Managing Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Jokelson Law Group, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1998) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1998). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania (B.S.E., 1994). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Elisha Jokelson is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Derek received a B.S.E. degree from Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Derek practices at Jokelson Law Group, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Elisha Jokelson's Areas of Practice

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

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 Philadelphia 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 Elisha Jokelson

Where is Derek Elisha Jokelson's law office located?
Derek Elisha Jokelson's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Jokelson Law Group, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Elisha Jokelson handle?
Derek Elisha Jokelson focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Derek Elisha Jokelson practiced law?
Derek Elisha Jokelson has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Derek Elisha Jokelson go to law school?
Derek Elisha Jokelson earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S.E., 1994).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1997
B.S.E.
Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1998

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