Atty. Thomas Derrick Coker

Atty. Thomas Derrick Coker

Thomas Derrick Coker is a lawyer. Thomas received a M.Ed. degree from DePaul University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Thomas Derrick Coker at a glance

Thomas Derrick Coker is an Asst. U.S. Atty. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985) and California (1988). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1985) and DePaul University (M.Ed. Southern, 1980). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Derrick Coker is a lawyer
  • Thomas received a M.Ed. degree from DePaul University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas practices in Los Angeles, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Thomas Derrick Coker's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Derrick Coker has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
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Thomas Derrick Coker earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (M.Ed. Southern, 1980).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1985
M.Ed. Southern
DePaul University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
California
Admitted: 1988

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