Atty. Derek Scott Liss
Derek Scott Liss is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, criminal and 1 other area of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
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Derek Scott Liss is an Associate based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Segal, Berk, Gaines & Liss, Attorneys at Law. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at Widener University (J.D., 1994) and George Washington University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Derek Scott Liss is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, criminal and 1 other area of law
- Derek received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Derek practices at Segal, Berk, Gaines & Liss, Attorneys at Law in Philadelphia, PA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Derek Scott Liss is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Derek Scott Liss is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Derek Scott Liss is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Derek Scott Liss is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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