Atty. Deric Yoakley

Atty. Deric Yoakley

Deric Yoakley is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, civil defense and 1 other area of law. Deric received a B.A. degree from Arkansas Tech University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Deric Yoakley at a glance

Deric Yoakley is a Member based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, practicing at Yoakley Law Firm. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1999) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1999). Educated at University of Arkansas School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Arkansas Tech University (B.A., 1996). Active member of Washington County and Arkansas Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fayetteville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Deric Yoakley is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, civil defense and 1 other area of law
  • Deric received a B.A. degree from Arkansas Tech University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Deric practices at Yoakley Law Firm in Fayetteville, AR

Practice Areas Explained

Deric Yoakley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deric Yoakley 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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Civil Litigation

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

Deric Yoakley is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arkansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Deric Yoakley

Where is Deric Yoakley's law office located?
Deric Yoakley's law practice is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The firm is Yoakley Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deric Yoakley handle?
Deric Yoakley focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Deric Yoakley practiced law?
Deric Yoakley has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Deric Yoakley go to law school?
Deric Yoakley earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Deric Yoakley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Arkansas Tech University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1999

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