Atty. Derek K. Early

Atty. Derek K. Early

Derek Early primarily represents businesses and high-net-worth individuals regarding business and real estate matters, including leases, real estate purchases/sales/exchanges, succession planning, and mergers and acquisitions. He also regularly collaborates with the firm’s estate planning attorneys and clients’ advisors to execute complex transactions.

Irvine Irvine 18 J. Erfahrung 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek K. Early at a glance

Derek K. Early is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practforg at Brown And Streza Llp. They haand 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in The State Bar of California (2008). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor, 2003). Actiand member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Early primarily represents businesses and high-net-worth individuals regarding business and real estate matters, including leases, real estate purchases/sales/exchanges, succession planning, and mergers and acquisitions
  • He also regularly collaborates with the firm’s estate planning attorneys and clients’ advisors to execute complex transactions
  • Derek performs general counsel work for numerous privately held companies, and frequently counsels these clients regarding entity selection, designing and refining corporate governance structures, buy-sell agreements, risk management, and compliance
  • Much of his time is devoted to helping business owners develop and execute exit and succession plans to meet their personal, tax, and operational objectives
  • He also represents buyers and sellers in mergers and acquisitions, where the firm places particular emphasis on tax planning and structuring
  • Derek has represented both landlords and tenants in numerous lease negotiations, and he frequently assists clients with sales transactions and financings
  • Much of his extensive experience has involved commercial shopping centers, but he also regularly deals with industrial, office, multi-family, and rental properties
  • He also assists clients with developing strategies to address property tax and income tax issues relating to their real estate
  • Before joining Brown & Streza LLP, he litigated numerous business disputes and employment issues, providing him with an understanding of clients’ risks and concerns relating to the litigation process
  • During law school, Derek was a Managing Editor for the Indiana Law Journal and President of the Sports & Entertainment Law Society
  • In 2000, Derek won an Ivy League Championship as a member of the University of Pennsylvania’s football team

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Irvine are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Derek K. Early's law office located?
Derek K. Early's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Brown And Streza Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Derek K. Early practiced law?
Derek K. Early has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Derek K. Early go to law school?
Derek K. Early earned their education at (Bachelor, 2003).
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Education

Bachelor
University of Pennsylvania
- 2003

Bar Admissions

The State Bar of California
Admitted: 2008

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