Atty. Derek James Byrne

Atty. Derek James Byrne

Derek James Byrne is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, trial lawyers and 3 other areas of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida, and has been licensed for 15 years.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Derek James Byrne at a glance

Derek James Byrne is a divorce, contracts, probate, personal injury, and family law attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in Florida (2011). Educated at Stetson College of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of South Florida B.A. Psychology (—). Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek James Byrne is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, trial lawyers and 3 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Derek practices in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek James Byrne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek James Byrne 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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Contracts

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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.

Derek James Byrne is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Family Law

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

Derek James Byrne is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek James Byrne

Where is Derek James Byrne's law office located?
Derek James Byrne's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek James Byrne handle?
Derek James Byrne focuses on divorce, contracts, probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Derek James Byrne practiced law?
Derek James Byrne has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Derek James Byrne go to law school?
Derek James Byrne earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (—).
How can I contact Derek James Byrne for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stetson College of Law
- 2010
University of South Florida B.A. Psychology
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2011

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