Atty. Derek Rex Butts

Atty. Derek Rex Butts

Derek Rex Butts is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Derek received a B.A. degree from University California, Santa Barbara in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Martinez Martinez 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Derek Rex Butts at a glance

Derek Rex Butts is a criminal defense attorney based in Martinez, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1994) and University California, Santa Barbara (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Martinez, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Rex Butts is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University California, Santa Barbara in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Derek practices in Martinez, CA

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Derek Rex Butts's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Martinez 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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Where is Derek Rex Butts's law office located?
Derek Rex Butts's law practice is located in Martinez, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Rex Butts handle?
Derek Rex Butts focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek Rex Butts practiced law?
Derek Rex Butts has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Derek Rex Butts go to law school?
Derek Rex Butts earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
University California, Santa Barbara
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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