Atty. Derek Jesus Padilla

Atty. Derek Jesus Padilla

Derek Jesus Padilla is a lawyer. Derek has been licensed for 8 years.

Tampa Tampa 8 yrs experience 8 year
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About Derek Jesus Padilla at a glance

Derek Jesus Padilla is an Associate based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Carlton Fields. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2018). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Derek Jesus Padilla is a lawyer
  • Derek has been licensed for 8 years
  • Derek practices at Carlton Fields in Tampa, FL

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 Tampa 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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Derek Jesus Padilla's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Carlton Fields. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Derek Jesus Padilla has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
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Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2018

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