Atty. Paul M. Derby

Atty. Paul M. Derby

Paul M. Derby is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law.

West Roxbury West Roxbury 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul M. Derby at a glance

Paul M. Derby is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney based in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1974) and Boston College (A.B., 1967). Serands clients in West Roxbury, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul M. Derby is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law
  • Paul received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1967, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Paul practices in West Roxbury, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul M. Derby's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Paul M. Derby is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul M. Derby

Where is Paul M. Derby's law office located?
Paul M. Derby's law practice is located in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul M. Derby handle?
Paul M. Derby focuses on personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Paul M. Derby practiced law?
Paul M. Derby has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Paul M. Derby go to law school?
Paul M. Derby earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Paul M. Derby for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1974
A.B.
Boston College
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993

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