Atty. Derek Hildreth Wilson

Atty. Derek Hildreth Wilson

Derek Hildreth Wilson is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, technology transactions, corporate securities and 5 other areas of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Derek Hildreth Wilson at a glance

Derek Hildreth Wilson is a business, ip, m&a, and health care attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987), District of Columbia (1989), and New York (2025). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1986) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities Mr, Wilson is admitted to practice law in California and is a member of the American Bar Association and Bar Association of San Francisco, and Mr. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Derek Hildreth Wilson is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, technology transactions, corporate securities and 5 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Derek practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Hildreth Wilson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Derek Hildreth Wilson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Derek Hildreth Wilson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Derek Hildreth Wilson is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Hildreth Wilson

Where is Derek Hildreth Wilson's law office located?
Derek Hildreth Wilson's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Hildreth Wilson handle?
Derek Hildreth Wilson focuses on business, ip, m&a, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek Hildreth Wilson practiced law?
Derek Hildreth Wilson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Derek Hildreth Wilson go to law school?
Derek Hildreth Wilson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Derek Hildreth Wilson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Derek Hildreth Wilson received?
Derek Hildreth Wilson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1986
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 2025

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