Derek is an enthusiastic and zealous advocate in the courtroom! He is a seasoned trial attorney who loves jury trials and crafting creative legal arguments.
Career Experience
Prior to joining Byler Iaquinto, Derek worked as a Public Defender in Norfolk, VA, for nearly four years, handling approximately 1,000 cases in Circuit Court, General District Court, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. He handles felony and misdemeanor matters, as well as cases involving juvenile defendants, including, but not limited to, felony drug offenses, felony probation violations, property crimes, violent crimes, weapons offenses, and traffic offenses.
Derek was recognized as the Public Practitioner of the Year by the South Hampton Roads Bar Association in 2020.
Education
Personal Background
Derek was born in Norfolk and grew up in the Western Branch area of Chesapeake. Outside of the courtroom, he has a passion for music and exercises no less than five days a week.
