Atty. Derek L. Prestin

Atty. Derek L. Prestin

Atty. Derek L.

Eau Claire Eau Claire 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Derek L. Prestin at a glance

Derek L. Prestin is an Associate based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, practicing at Ruder Ware, L.L.S.C.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2002), Wisconsin (2003), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (2004), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (2004). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School - Minneapolis (J.D., 2002) and University of Minnesota - Twin Cities (B.S. Chemical, 1998). Serands clients in Eau Claire, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Derek L. Prestin is a lawyer practicing business transactions, business organizations, commercial contracts and 2 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.S. degree from University of Minnesota - Twin Cities in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Derek practices at Ruder Ware, L.L.S.C. in Eau Claire, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Derek L. Prestin's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek L. Prestin

Where is Derek L. Prestin's law office located?
Derek L. Prestin's law practice is located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The firm is Ruder Ware, L.L.S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek L. Prestin handle?
Derek L. Prestin focuses on contracts, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Derek L. Prestin practiced law?
Derek L. Prestin has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Derek L. Prestin go to law school?
Derek L. Prestin earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.S. Chemical, 1998).
How can I contact Derek L. Prestin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School - Minneapolis
- 2002
B.S. Chemical
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2004
Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2006

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