Atty. Derrick Lamont Scretchen

Atty. Derrick Lamont Scretchen

Derrick Lamont Scretchen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, state government law, federal government law. Derrick received a B.A. degree from Morehouse College in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Nashville Nashville 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Derrick Lamont Scretchen at a glance

Derrick Lamont Scretchen is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Law Office of Derrick Scretchen. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and government. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1997). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1997) and Morehouse College (B.A. English, 1991). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derrick Lamont Scretchen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, state government law, federal government law
  • Derrick received a B.A. degree from Morehouse College in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Derrick practices at Law Office of Derrick Scretchen in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Derrick Lamont Scretchen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derrick Lamont Scretchen 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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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derrick Lamont Scretchen

Where is Derrick Lamont Scretchen's law office located?
Derrick Lamont Scretchen's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Law Office of Derrick Scretchen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derrick Lamont Scretchen handle?
Derrick Lamont Scretchen focuses on criminal defense, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Derrick Lamont Scretchen practiced law?
Derrick Lamont Scretchen has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Derrick Lamont Scretchen go to law school?
Derrick Lamont Scretchen earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. English, 1991).
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1997
B.A. English
Morehouse College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1997

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