Atty. Derek S. Franklin

Atty. Derek S. Franklin

Derek S. Franklin is a lawyer practicing biometrics.

Chicago Chicago 5 yrs experience 5 year
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About Derek S. Franklin at a glance

Derek S. Franklin is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. They have 5+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2021. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2021) and Illinois - N.D. Ill (2021). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 2020) and University of Wisconsin - Madison (B.A. Distinction, 2017). Active member of Professional Associations and Activities •Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Derek S. Franklin is a lawyer practicing biometrics
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison in 2017, and has been licensed for 5 years
  • Derek practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Chicago, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Where is Derek S. Franklin's law office located?
Derek S. Franklin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jackson Lewis P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Derek S. Franklin practiced law?
Derek S. Franklin has 5+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2021.
Where did Derek S. Franklin go to law school?
Derek S. Franklin earned their education at (J.D., 2020); (B.A. Distinction, 2017).
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 2020
B.A. Distinction
University of Wisconsin - Madison
- 2017

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2021
Illinois - N.D. Ill
Admitted: 2021

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