Atty. Derek Lane Austin

Atty. Derek Lane Austin

Derek Lane Austin is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment, family law and 3 other areas of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1993, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Campbell Campbell 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Lane Austin at a glance

Derek Lane Austin is a criminal defense, family law, employment, litigation, and education attorney based in Campbell, California. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in California (2005). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 2005) and University of California, San Diego (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Campbell, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Lane Austin is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment, family law and 3 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1993, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Derek practices in Campbell, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Lane Austin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Lane Austin 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

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Derek Lane Austin is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Campbell 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Lane Austin

Where is Derek Lane Austin's law office located?
Derek Lane Austin's law practice is located in Campbell, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Lane Austin handle?
Derek Lane Austin focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek Lane Austin practiced law?
Derek Lane Austin has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Derek Lane Austin go to law school?
Derek Lane Austin earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Derek Lane Austin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 2005
B.A.
University of California, San Diego
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2005

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