Atty. Derek F. Dean

Atty. Derek F. Dean

Derek F. Dean practices at Simons & Dean Read Full Bio

Charleston Charleston 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (854) 214-6598 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Derek F. Dean at a glance

Derek F. Dean is a Partner based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Simons & Dean. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, sexual harassment, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1992), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Wofford College (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Derek F. Dean practices at Simons & Dean Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Derek F. Dean's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Contracts

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Sexual Harassment

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek F. Dean

Where is Derek F. Dean's law office located?
Derek F. Dean's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Simons & Dean. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek F. Dean handle?
Derek F. Dean focuses on formation, contracts, sexual harassment, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Derek F. Dean practiced law?
Derek F. Dean has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Derek F. Dean go to law school?
Derek F. Dean earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Derek F. Dean for a consultation?
You can contact Derek F. Dean 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 F. Dean received?
Derek F. Dean's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
Wofford College
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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