Atty. Derk Allan Wadas

Atty. Derk Allan Wadas

Mr. Derk Allan Wadas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, juvenile law, family law.

Allen Allen 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Derk Allan Wadas at a glance

Derk Allan Wadas is an Attorney based in Allen, Texas, practicing at The Collin County Law Group. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1997), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1997), Texas (2004), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2005). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1997) and Wilkes University (B.A. Political, 1994). Serands clients in Allen, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derk Allan Wadas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, juvenile law, family law
  • Derk received a B.A. degree from Wilkes University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Derk practices at The Collin County Law Group in Allen, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derk Allan Wadas's Areas of Practice

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

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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Family Law

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Juvenile Law

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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 Allen 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 Derk Allan Wadas

Where is Derk Allan Wadas's law office located?
Derk Allan Wadas's law practice is located in Allen, Texas. The firm is The Collin County Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derk Allan Wadas handle?
Derk Allan Wadas focuses on criminal defense, family law, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derk Allan Wadas practiced law?
Derk Allan Wadas has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Derk Allan Wadas go to law school?
Derk Allan Wadas earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Political, 1994).
How can I contact Derk Allan Wadas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1997
B.A. Political
Wilkes University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1997
Texas
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2013
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 2013
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2023

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