Atty. Derek Yoshio Sugimura

Atty. Derek Yoshio Sugimura

Derek Yoshio Sugimura is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, bankruptcy & reorganization, complex litigation and 3 other areas of law. Derek received a B.S. degree from Texas A & M University in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Washington Washington 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Yoshio Sugimura at a glance

Derek Yoshio Sugimura is a business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2004) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court, District of (2006). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Texas A & M University (B.S., 2001). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Yoshio Sugimura is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, bankruptcy & reorganization, complex litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.S. degree from Texas A & M University in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Derek practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Yoshio Sugimura's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Derek Yoshio Sugimura is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Derek Yoshio Sugimura is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Yoshio Sugimura

Where is Derek Yoshio Sugimura's law office located?
Derek Yoshio Sugimura's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Yoshio Sugimura handle?
Derek Yoshio Sugimura focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Derek Yoshio Sugimura practiced law?
Derek Yoshio Sugimura has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Derek Yoshio Sugimura go to law school?
Derek Yoshio Sugimura earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 2001).
How can I contact Derek Yoshio Sugimura for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 2004
B.S.
Texas A & M University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2004
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court, District of
Admitted: 2006

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