Atty. Derek Owen Wallen

Atty. Derek Owen Wallen

Derek Owen Wallen is a lawyer practicing business litigation, appeals, corporate law and 1 other area of law. Derek received a degree from Stanford University, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Palm Desert Palm Desert 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Owen Wallen at a glance

Derek Owen Wallen is a Senior Counsel based in Palm Desert, California, practicing at Capobianco Law Office P C. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and California (2001). Educated at Stanford Law School (JD, 1997) and Stanford University J.D. Order of the Coif University of California, Los Angeles B.A. summa cum laude (—). Serands clients in Palm Desert, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Owen Wallen is a lawyer practicing business litigation, appeals, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • Derek received a degree from Stanford University, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Derek practices at Capobianco Law Office, P.C. in Palm Desert, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Owen Wallen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Owen Wallen 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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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 Palm Desert 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 Owen Wallen

Where is Derek Owen Wallen's law office located?
Derek Owen Wallen's law practice is located in Palm Desert, California. The firm is Capobianco Law Office P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Owen Wallen handle?
Derek Owen Wallen focuses on business, securities, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek Owen Wallen practiced law?
Derek Owen Wallen has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Derek Owen Wallen go to law school?
Derek Owen Wallen earned their education at (JD, 1997); (—).
How can I contact Derek Owen Wallen for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Stanford Law School
- 1997
Stanford University J.D. Order of the Coif University of California, Los Angeles B.A. summa cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
California
Admitted: 2001

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