Atty. Derek Williams

Atty. Derek Williams

Derek Williams is a lawyer practicing estate planning, adoption, bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law. Derek has been licensed for 13 years.

Mapleton Mapleton 13 Years Experience 13 year
Call (385) 473-4037

Profile Summary

About Derek Williams at a glance

Derek Williams is a Member based in Mapleton, Utah, practicing at Wasatch Legal Services. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, immigration, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Utah (2013), Idaho (2018), Arkansas (2019), and Wyoming (2021). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law J.D. (—). Serves clients in Mapleton, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Williams is a lawyer practicing estate planning, adoption, bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law
  • Derek has been licensed for 13 years
  • Derek practices at Wasatch Legal Services in Mapleton, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Williams's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Derek Williams is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Utah →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Derek Williams is one of 34,874 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Utah →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Derek Williams is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Utah →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

Practicing law in Utah. Legal matters in Utah are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mapleton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Utah state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Utah brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Utah courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Williams

Where is Derek Williams's law office located?
Derek Williams's law practice is located in Mapleton, Utah. The firm is Wasatch Legal Services. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Williams handle?
Derek Williams focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, immigration, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Derek Williams practiced law?
Derek Williams has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Derek Williams go to law school?
Derek Williams earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Derek Williams for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Williams 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.

Education

University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law J.D.
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Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 2013
Idaho
Admitted: 2018
Arkansas
Admitted: 2019
Wyoming
Admitted: 2021
Colorado
Admitted: 2024

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