Atty. Derek Lane Burkhalter

Atty. Derek Lane Burkhalter

Mr. Derek Lane Burkhalter is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, criminal, government/administrative.

Houston Houston 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Lane Burkhalter at a glance

Derek Lane Burkhalter is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Burkhalter & Skov. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (2007). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 2007). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Derek Lane Burkhalter is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, criminal, government/administrative
  • Derek has been licensed for 19 years
  • Derek practices at Burkhalter & Skov in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Lane Burkhalter's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Government & Administrative 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 Houston 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 Lane Burkhalter

Where is Derek Lane Burkhalter's law office located?
Derek Lane Burkhalter's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Burkhalter & Skov. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Lane Burkhalter handle?
Derek Lane Burkhalter focuses on criminal defense, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek Lane Burkhalter practiced law?
Derek Lane Burkhalter has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Derek Lane Burkhalter go to law school?
Derek Lane Burkhalter earned their education at (J.D., 2007).
How can I contact Derek Lane Burkhalter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2007

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