Atty. Derek Jay Vanderwood

Atty. Derek Jay Vanderwood

Derek Jay Vanderwood is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Vancouver Vancouver 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Jay Vanderwood at a glance

Derek Jay Vanderwood is a personal injury, family law, real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Vancouver, Washington. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Washington (1994) and Oregon (2002). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1994) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Vancouver, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Jay Vanderwood is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Derek practices in Vancouver, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Jay Vanderwood's Areas of Practice

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

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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Family Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Derek Jay Vanderwood is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Derek Jay Vanderwood is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Jay Vanderwood

Where is Derek Jay Vanderwood's law office located?
Derek Jay Vanderwood's law practice is located in Vancouver, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Jay Vanderwood handle?
Derek Jay Vanderwood focuses on personal injury, family law, real estate, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Derek Jay Vanderwood practiced law?
Derek Jay Vanderwood has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Derek Jay Vanderwood go to law school?
Derek Jay Vanderwood earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Derek Jay Vanderwood for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1994
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1994
Oregon
Admitted: 2002

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