Atty. Derek O. Colla

Atty. Derek O. Colla

Derek O. Colla is a lawyer.

San Diego San Diego 18 Years Experience 18 year
Call (760) 683-1785

Profile Summary

About Derek O. Colla at a glance

Derek O. Colla is an Associate based in San Diego, California, practicing at Cooley Llp. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at Harvard Law School J.D. cum laude (—) and Washington & Lee University School of Law B.S. Computer Science Washington & Lee University School of Law B.S. summa cum laude (—). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Derek O. Colla is a lawyer
  • Derek O. received a B.S. degree from Washington & Lee University School of Law, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Derek O. practices at Cooley LLP in San Diego, CA

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 San Diego 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 venue, 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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Derek O. Colla's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Cooley Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Derek O. Colla has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
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Education

Harvard Law School J.D. cum laude
- In Progress
Washington & Lee University School of Law B.S. Computer Science Washington & Lee University School of Law B.S. summa cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008

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