Atty. Derek John Rykaczewski

Atty. Derek John Rykaczewski

Derek John Rykaczewski is a lawyer practicing car accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law. Derek has been licensed for 22 years.

Houston Houston 22 Years Experience 22 year
Call (346) 577-8536

Profile Summary

About Derek John Rykaczewski at a glance

Derek John Rykaczewski is an US Steel Corp. - Law Dept. based in Houston, Texas. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2004) and West Virginia (2005). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (JD, 2004). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek John Rykaczewski is a lawyer practicing car accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law
  • Derek has been licensed for 22 years
  • Derek practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek John Rykaczewski's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Derek John Rykaczewski is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Texas →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Derek John Rykaczewski is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Texas →

Wrongful Death

Derek John Rykaczewski is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Where is Derek John Rykaczewski's law office located?
Derek John Rykaczewski's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek John Rykaczewski handle?
Derek John Rykaczewski focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek John Rykaczewski practiced law?
Derek John Rykaczewski has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Derek John Rykaczewski go to law school?
Derek John Rykaczewski earned their education at (JD, 2004).
How can I contact Derek John Rykaczewski for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2004
West Virginia
Admitted: 2005

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