Atty. Matthew S Derby

Atty. Matthew S Derby

Matthew S Derby is a lawyer practicing government, corporate law, commercial real estate and 6 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Detroit Detroit 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew S Derby at a glance

Matthew S Derby is a Shareholder based in Detroit, Michigan. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, commercial re, and education. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2000), and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan (2002). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1982). Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew S Derby is a lawyer practicing government, corporate law, commercial real estate and 6 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Matthew practices in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew S Derby's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew S Derby handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew S Derby

Where is Matthew S Derby's law office located?
Matthew S Derby's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew S Derby handle?
Matthew S Derby focuses on employment, business, real estate, commercial re, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Matthew S Derby practiced law?
Matthew S Derby has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Matthew S Derby go to law school?
Matthew S Derby earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Matthew S Derby for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan
Admitted: 2002

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