Atty. Derek V. Abreu

Atty. Derek V. Abreu

Derek Abreu joined the Preszler team in March 2020 and practices as Counsel to the firm. He was previously a 10-year Partner at an established downtown Toronto law firm, recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Insurance Litigation boutiques.

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About Derek V. Abreu at a glance

Derek V. Abreu is a Counsel, practicing at Preszler Injury Lawyers. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on ssd, slip & fall, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Ontario (2002). Educated at University of Toronto (J.D., 2000) and University of Toronto (B.A. Philosophy, 1997). Active member of Toronto Lawyers’ Association Ontario Trial Lawyers’ Association Trial Lawyers’ Association of British Columbia.

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  • Derek Abreu joined the Preszler team in March 2020 and practices as Counsel to the firm
  • He was previously a 10-year Partner at an established downtown Toronto law firm, recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Insurance Litigation boutiques
  • He has earned a reputation as a strong and fearless advocate in the courtroom, having been involved in arguing some of the leading litigation cases in the industry
  • As counsel in over 45 reported decisions, Derek has represented his clients successfully at all levels of court in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta, including not only trial work but also appeals
  • He has appeared as counsel in matters before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, Court of Appeal for Ontario, the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, as well as the Supreme Court of Canada
  • Derek’s practice focuses on complex matters involving institutional abuse claims, long-term disability claims, catastrophic injuries involving brain injury, spinal cord injury, and psychiatric disorders, and premises liability claims
  • He balances a sensitivity in dealing with victims and injured persons, with an aggressive advocacy approach where he pushes for the best results for his clients through negotiated settlement or trial when necessary

Practice Areas Explained

Derek V. Abreu's Areas of Practice

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

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Derek V. Abreu is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Derek V. Abreu is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys →

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What practice areas does Derek V. Abreu handle?
Derek V. Abreu focuses on ssd, slip & fall, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Derek V. Abreu practiced law?
Derek V. Abreu has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Derek V. Abreu go to law school?
Derek V. Abreu earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. Philosophy, 1997).
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Education

J.D.
University of Toronto
- 2000
B.A. Philosophy
University of Toronto
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 2002

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