Atty. Derek Michael King Valz

Atty. Derek Michael King Valz

Mr. Derek Michael King Valz is a lawyer practicing energy, oil & gas, real estate and 6 other areas of law.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 20 yrs experience 20 year
Call (609) 640-0011 Book Appointment

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About Derek Michael King Valz at a glance

Derek Michael King Valz is an Associate based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Murphy Mahon Keffler & Farrier, L.L.P.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, securities, insurance, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (2006). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A. University, 2002). Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derek Michael King Valz is a lawyer practicing energy, oil & gas, real estate and 6 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Derek practices at Murphy Mahon Keffler & Farrier, L.L.P. in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Michael King Valz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Michael King Valz 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Securities Law

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Insurance Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Fort Worth 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 Michael King Valz

Where is Derek Michael King Valz's law office located?
Derek Michael King Valz's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Murphy Mahon Keffler & Farrier, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Michael King Valz handle?
Derek Michael King Valz focuses on business, real estate, securities, insurance, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek Michael King Valz practiced law?
Derek Michael King Valz has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Derek Michael King Valz go to law school?
Derek Michael King Valz earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.B.A. University, 2002).
How can I contact Derek Michael King Valz for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Michael King Valz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 2006
B.B.A. University
University of Texas at Austin
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2006

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