Atty. John Stephen Derr

Atty. John Stephen Derr

Mr. John Stephen Derr is a lawyer practicing advocacy, civil litigation, civil rights and 13 other areas of law.

Tallahassee Tallahassee 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John Stephen Derr at a glance

John Stephen Derr is a Member based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at John S. Derr, P.A.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1986). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Central Florida (B.A. Valencia, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Stephen Derr is a lawyer practicing advocacy, civil litigation, civil rights and 13 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Central Florida in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at John S. Derr, P.A. in Tallahassee, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Derr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Stephen Derr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

John Stephen Derr is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Stephen Derr is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Stephen Derr is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

John Stephen Derr is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Stephen Derr

Where is John Stephen Derr's law office located?
John Stephen Derr's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is John S. Derr, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Derr handle?
John Stephen Derr focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Stephen Derr practiced law?
John Stephen Derr has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Stephen Derr go to law school?
John Stephen Derr earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Valencia, 1976).
How can I contact John Stephen Derr for a consultation?
You can contact John Stephen Derr 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 John Stephen Derr received?
John Stephen Derr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University College of Law
- 1981
B.A. Valencia
University of Central Florida
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1993

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