Atty. Derrick Bryan Carson

Atty. Derrick Bryan Carson

Mr. Derrick Bryan Carson is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, construction, energy litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (346) 771-4733

Profile Summary

About Derrick Bryan Carson at a glance

Derrick Bryan Carson is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, consumer, adr, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1997), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (2001), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2003). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and New Mexico State University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Derrick Bryan Carson is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, construction, energy litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Derrick received a B.A. degree from New Mexico State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Derrick practices at Locke Lord LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Derrick Bryan Carson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derrick Bryan Carson 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.

Derrick Bryan Carson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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Derrick Bryan Carson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Consumer Protection

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Derrick Bryan Carson is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Derrick Bryan Carson is one of 32,699 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Texas →

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 Houston 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 venue, 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 Derrick Bryan Carson

Where is Derrick Bryan Carson's law office located?
Derrick Bryan Carson's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derrick Bryan Carson handle?
Derrick Bryan Carson focuses on business, litigation, consumer, adr, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Derrick Bryan Carson practiced law?
Derrick Bryan Carson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Derrick Bryan Carson go to law school?
Derrick Bryan Carson earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Derrick Bryan Carson for a consultation?
You can contact Derrick Bryan Carson 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 Derrick Bryan Carson received?
Derrick Bryan Carson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
New Mexico State University
- 1994

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 2009

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