Atty. Derek Ko
Derek Ko is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Information Technology Law and Technology Law. Derek, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA
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About Derek Ko at a Glance
Derek Ko is a business and internet attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Summit Law Group Pllc. Admitted to practice in Washington, Washington State Bar Association. Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law (2026). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Derek Ko
- Derek Ko is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Information Technology Law and Technology Law
- Derek, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Derek is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Derek Ko's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Ko handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Derek Ko is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Internet & Cyber Law in Seattle
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
Derek Ko is one of 17,826 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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 Seattle 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 venue, 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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose Derek Ko
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Derek Ko's practice in the field of business and internet.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and internet, Derek Ko can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Derek Ko attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Derek Ko Handles in Seattle
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Derek Ko has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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