Atty. Whitney D. Derrah

Atty. Whitney D. Derrah

Whitney D. Derrah is a lawyer practicing family law.

Reno Reno 21 yrs experience 21 year
Call (775) 418-2232 Book Appointment

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About Whitney D. Derrah at a glance

Whitney D. Derrah is a family law attorney based in Reno, Nevada. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2005) and Nevada (2006). Educated at Marquette University School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Pepperdine University (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Whitney D. Derrah is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Whitney D. received a B.A. degree from Pepperdine University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Whitney D. practices in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Whitney D. Derrah's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Whitney D. Derrah handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Where is Whitney D. Derrah's law office located?
Whitney D. Derrah's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Whitney D. Derrah handle?
Whitney D. Derrah focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Whitney D. Derrah practiced law?
Whitney D. Derrah has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Whitney D. Derrah go to law school?
Whitney D. Derrah earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2001).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Marquette University School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
Pepperdine University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2005
Nevada
Admitted: 2006

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