Atty. Michael Gregory Derrick
Michael Gregory Derrick is a lawyer practicing coverage disputes and litigation, mediation, products liability and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Coverage Disputes and Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 35+ Years Experience
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About Michael Gregory Derrick at a Glance
Michael Gregory Derrick is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Shuttleworth PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, construction, product liability, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District (1991). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memphis, Tennessee and American Bar Associations Tennessee Association for Justice and Fellow Memphis Bar Foundation Fellow, American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel. Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Gregory Derrick
- Michael Gregory Derrick is a lawyer practicing coverage disputes and litigation, mediation, products liability and 10 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Michael practices at Shuttleworth PLLC in Memphis, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Gregory Derrick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Gregory Derrick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Employment Law in Memphis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Construction Law in Memphis
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Product Liability in Memphis
Michael Gregory Derrick is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Memphis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil Rights in Memphis
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
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 Memphis 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 venue, 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.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-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 Memphis Choose Michael Gregory Derrick
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 Michael Gregory Derrick's practice in the field of employment, construction, product liability, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Gregory Derrick brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, construction, and product liability, Michael Gregory Derrick can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Michael Gregory Derrick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Gregory Derrick Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Gregory Derrick has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Gregory Derrick directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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