Atty. Derek Jacques

Atty. Derek Jacques

Derek Jacques is a lawyer practicing family law, family, marijuana law and 5 other areas of law. Derek has been licensed for 9 years.

Southgate Southgate 9 Years Experience 9 year
Call (734) 318-1684

Profile Summary

About Derek Jacques at a glance

Derek Jacques is a divorce, chapter 7, child custody, family law, and bankruptcy attorney based in Southgate, Michigan. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2017). Educated at University of Toledo College of Law (JD, 2015). Serves clients in Southgate, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Jacques is a lawyer practicing family law, family, marijuana law and 5 other areas of law
  • Derek has been licensed for 9 years
  • Derek practices in Southgate, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Jacques's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Derek Jacques is one of 8,008 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Michigan →

Child Custody & Visitation

Derek Jacques is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Michigan →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Derek Jacques is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Derek Jacques is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Jacques

Where is Derek Jacques's law office located?
Derek Jacques's law practice is located in Southgate, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Jacques handle?
Derek Jacques focuses on divorce, chapter 7, child custody, family law, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Derek Jacques practiced law?
Derek Jacques has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did Derek Jacques go to law school?
Derek Jacques earned their education at (JD, 2015).
How can I contact Derek Jacques for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of Toledo College of Law
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2017

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