Atty. Paul Anthony Derks

Atty. Paul Anthony Derks

Mr. Paul Anthony Derks is a lawyer practicing construction liability, construction defects, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Anthony Derks at a glance

Paul Anthony Derks is a Senior Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Fee, Smith & Sharp LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1999) and Texas (2001). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1999) and Loyola University, New Orleans (B.A. History, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas Oklahoma Bar Association Dallas Bar Association Texas Young Lawyers Association Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Texas Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Paul Anthony Derks is a lawyer practicing construction liability, construction defects, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Loyola University, New Orleans in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Paul practices at Fee, Smith & Sharp LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Anthony Derks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Anthony Derks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Anthony Derks

Where is Paul Anthony Derks's law office located?
Paul Anthony Derks's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Fee, Smith & Sharp LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Anthony Derks handle?
Paul Anthony Derks focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Paul Anthony Derks practiced law?
Paul Anthony Derks has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Paul Anthony Derks go to law school?
Paul Anthony Derks earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. History, 1994).
How can I contact Paul Anthony Derks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul Anthony Derks received?
Paul Anthony Derks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tulsa
- 1999
B.A. History
Loyola University, New Orleans
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1999
Texas
Admitted: 2001

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