Atty. Derek Haggerty
Mr. Haggerty's practice is devoted to representing school districts and their employees.
Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 16+ Years Experience
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About Derek Haggerty at a Glance
Derek Haggerty is an Associate based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Scott Scriven LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2010), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (2010), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2010). Educated at Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Ohio State University (B.S., 2006). Active member of Columbus and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Derek Haggerty
- Mr. Haggerty's practice is devoted to representing school districts and their employees
- He first gained an appreciation for school law while working at The Ohio State University Office of Legal Affairs as an undergraduate and a legal intern
- Throughout his career, Mr. Haggerty has represented various school districts and public agencies in both state and federal court
- He has experience trying cases before the bench, as well as before a jury
- Mr. Haggerty enjoys giving presentations to his clients and has presented on issues such as public records and the liability of public officials for various acts that occur within their office
- Mr. Haggerty is a graduate of The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business (with honors) and a graduate of The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Columbus Choose Derek Haggerty
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Derek Haggerty's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Derek Haggerty brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, Derek Haggerty can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Derek Haggerty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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