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About Derek S. Christian at a glance
Derek S. Christian is a Member based in Sebring, Florida, practicing at Cooper & Christian, P.A.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on divorce and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1999). Educated at St. Thomas University School of Law (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Sebring, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Derek S. Christian is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, divorce & separation
- Derek has been licensed for 27 years
- Derek practices at Cooper & Christian, P.A. in Sebring, FL
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Derek S. Christian is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Florida →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Derek S. Christian is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →
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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 Sebring 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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