Atty. Derek Keith Burks

Atty. Derek Keith Burks

Derek Keith Burks is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family, litigation. Derek has been licensed for 23 years.

Nashville Nashville 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (615) 313-3991 Book Appointment

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About Derek Keith Burks at a glance

Derek Keith Burks is a criminal defense, family law, and litigation attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2003). Educated at Samford University, Cumberland School of Law (JD, 2003). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Derek Keith Burks is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family, litigation
  • Derek has been licensed for 23 years
  • Derek practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Keith Burks's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Where is Derek Keith Burks's law office located?
Derek Keith Burks's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Keith Burks handle?
Derek Keith Burks focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Derek Keith Burks practiced law?
Derek Keith Burks has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Derek Keith Burks go to law school?
Derek Keith Burks earned their education at (JD, 2003).
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Education

JD
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2003

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