Atty. Derek L. Willis

Atty. Derek L. Willis

Mr. Derek L.

Austin Austin 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (512) 503-0751 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Derek L. Willis at a glance

Derek L. Willis is a Gen. Coun. based in Austin, Texas. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1995). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A. Accounting, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Houston Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derek L. Willis is a lawyer practicing business, securities law, technology and 2 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Derek practices in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek L. Willis's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

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

Derek L. Willis is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Securities Law

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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 Austin 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek L. Willis

Where is Derek L. Willis's law office located?
Derek L. Willis's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek L. Willis handle?
Derek L. Willis focuses on business, ip, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek L. Willis practiced law?
Derek L. Willis has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Derek L. Willis go to law school?
Derek L. Willis earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A. Accounting, 1989).
How can I contact Derek L. Willis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Derek L. Willis received?
Derek L. Willis's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
- 1995
B.B.A. Accounting
University of Texas at Austin
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1995

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