Atty. Derek Shawn Merman

Atty. Derek Shawn Merman

Mr. Derek Shawn Merman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries and 2 other areas of law.

Bellaire Bellaire 22 yrs experience 22 year
Call (346) 327-1904 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Derek Shawn Merman at a glance

Derek Shawn Merman is a Trial Lawyer based in Bellaire, Texas, practicing at Heard Merman Law Firm. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci, maritime, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern District Court U.S. District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fift (2004). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 2004) and Baylor University B.S. Biology Baylor University B.S. honors (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Young Lawyers Association Texas Young Lawyers. Serands clients in Bellaire, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derek Shawn Merman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries and 2 other areas of law
  • Derek Shawn received a B.S. degree from Baylor University, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Derek Shawn practices at Heard Merman Law Firm in Bellaire, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Shawn Merman's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Derek Shawn Merman is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →

Personal Injury

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 Shawn Merman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Derek Shawn Merman is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Texas →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Derek Shawn Merman is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Texas →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

Derek Shawn Merman is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Shawn Merman

Where is Derek Shawn Merman's law office located?
Derek Shawn Merman's law practice is located in Bellaire, Texas. The firm is Heard Merman Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Shawn Merman handle?
Derek Shawn Merman focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci, maritime, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derek Shawn Merman practiced law?
Derek Shawn Merman has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Derek Shawn Merman go to law school?
Derek Shawn Merman earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (—).
How can I contact Derek Shawn Merman for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Shawn Merman 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 Shawn Merman received?
Derek Shawn Merman's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 2004
Baylor University B.S. Biology Baylor University B.S. honors
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Eastern District Court U.S. District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fift
Admitted: 2004

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