Atty. Derrick Howard
Derrick Howard is a lawyer practicing family mediation, civil and contract mediation, real estate mediation and 5 other areas of law. Derrick received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Civil And Contract Mediation & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Derrick Howard at a Glance
Derrick Howard is a Senior Managing Director based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Pathway Legal Solutions, PLLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on real estate, civil rights, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1994), and Indiana (2018). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1990) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Philadelphia (Member, Business Law Section), Pennsylvania (Minority Bar Committee) and American Bar Associations The Barristers Association. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Derrick Howard
- Derrick Howard is a lawyer practicing family mediation, civil and contract mediation, real estate mediation and 5 other areas of law
- Derrick received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Derrick practices at Pathway Legal Solutions, PLLC in Philadelphia, PA and 1 other location
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Derrick Howard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derrick Howard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Real Estate Law in Philadelphia
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Derrick Howard is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Rights in Philadelphia
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Derrick Howard is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Mediation & Arbitration in Philadelphia
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Derrick Howard is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Derrick Howard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Derrick Howard's practice in the field of real estate, civil rights, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Derrick Howard brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, Derrick Howard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, civil rights, and adr, Derrick Howard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Derrick Howard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Derrick Howard Handles in Philadelphia
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Derrick Howard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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