Atty. Derrel Joe Luce

Atty. Derrel Joe Luce

Mr. Derrel Joe Luce is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, plaintiffs motor vehicle accidents, products liability and 9 other areas of law.

Waco Waco 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (469) 471-0285 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Derrel Joe Luce at a glance

Derrel Joe Luce is a Member based in Waco, Texas, practicing at Law Office of Derrel Luce. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas and U.S. Supreme Court (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1989). Educated at Baylor University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Baylor University (B.A. Geology, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Justia. Serands clients in Waco, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derrel Joe Luce is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, plaintiffs motor vehicle accidents, products liability and 9 other areas of law
  • Derrel received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Derrel practices at Law Office of Derrel Luce in Waco, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derrel Joe Luce's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Truck Accidents

Derrel Joe Luce is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Texas →

Wrongful Death

Derrel Joe Luce is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →

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.

Derrel Joe Luce is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

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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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 Waco 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 Derrel Joe Luce

Where is Derrel Joe Luce's law office located?
Derrel Joe Luce's law practice is located in Waco, Texas. The firm is Law Office of Derrel Luce. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derrel Joe Luce handle?
Derrel Joe Luce focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derrel Joe Luce practiced law?
Derrel Joe Luce has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Derrel Joe Luce go to law school?
Derrel Joe Luce earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Geology, 1975).
How can I contact Derrel Joe Luce for a consultation?
You can contact Derrel Joe Luce 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.
What awards or recognition has Derrel Joe Luce received?
Derrel Joe Luce's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University School of Law
- 1980
B.A. Geology
Baylor University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1991

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