Atty. Derek Randall Houston

Atty. Derek Randall Houston

Derek Randall Houston is a lawyer practicing financial services, leisure, agriculture and 10 other areas of law. Derek received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Randall Houston at a glance

Derek Randall Houston is a trusts, probate, business, and real estate attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Florida United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (2004). Educated at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law (J.D., 2004) and Auburn University (B.S., 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Petersburg, Inc, 2006 - present President- Elect Executive Committee, 2014 - present Vice President and Executive Committee Member, 2012 - 2014 Chairman of the Bylaws Committee, 2010 - present St, and Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Membership Committee, 2014 Public Policy Committee, 2014 Public Private Partnership Subcommittee - 2014 St. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Randall Houston is a lawyer practicing financial services, leisure, agriculture and 10 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Derek practices in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Randall Houston's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

Derek Randall Houston is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Randall Houston

Where is Derek Randall Houston's law office located?
Derek Randall Houston's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Randall Houston handle?
Derek Randall Houston focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Derek Randall Houston practiced law?
Derek Randall Houston has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Derek Randall Houston go to law school?
Derek Randall Houston earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 1998).
How can I contact Derek Randall Houston for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Randall Houston 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.
What awards or recognition has Derek Randall Houston received?
Derek Randall Houston's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
- 2004
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1998

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2004

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