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Derek is a graduate of Penn State Law and Old Dominion University. He started his legal career in public service as a prosecuting attorney before entering private practice. He currently serves as managing partner at Waldrop & Colvin, the law department for your business. He is laser-focused on delivering efficient and effective solutions for business legal needs.
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Posted by KS | October 25, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Working with Derek Colvin at Waldrop & Colvin was an excellent experience. He was quick to respond, extremely knowledgeable, and achieved fast, effective results. I truly appreciated his professionalism and attention to detail. I’d confidently recommend him and Waldrop & Colvin to anyone in the Hampt...
Posted by Aaron | September 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I contacted several other attorneys about my situation and none would take it on. Derek Colvin stepped in, understood the issues right away, and guided me with clear, practical advice from day one. He was responsive, steady, and helped me navigate a tough process with positive results. I highly recom...
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We needed to review a franchise agreement to weigh the pros and cons, risks, etc. Derek is very personable, very knowledgable, communicates timely, and gives you his full attention. He was also instrumental in saving us the headache of researching and understanding specific laws for the type of busin...
Posted by Madison | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Working with Derek was an outstanding experience from start to finish. He was proactive, detail-oriented, and always one step ahead. From the moment we engaged his services, Derek made it clear that he was fully invested in our case and committed to achieving the outcome we hired him for — and he del...
Posted by Will | April 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend this firm and Derek. They're honest and helped me resolve a very stressful lawsuit. They're not interested in racking up fees for their services.
"Derek and I worked together for several years in the Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney's Office, and then we continued to collaborate as prosecutors in neighboring jurisdictions for many more years beyond that. I have observed Derek in court dozens of times over the years, often in high-profile and high-pressure situations. Derek's legal knowledge and trial advocacy skills are unmatched. He will confidently and effectively resolve any legal issue before him, and I fully endorse Derek for any matter that requires litigation."
"Derek is a professional's professional. He is prompt, trustworthy, and honest as the day is long. I highly recommend him."
"Derek has always been straightforward, honest, and transparent in his dealings with me during our various interactions. He was also very responsive to communication."
"Derek has maintained a reputation for being an excellent advocate for his clients in the courtroom. As his spouse, I may be partial - but I also hear what other attorneys have to say. His hard work, ethics and abilities make him a great litigator and advocate for his clients."
"I endorse attorney Derek Colvin. He takes considerable time to draft very detailed and thoughtful answers on trial evidence and business litigation at this forum for AVVO clients. His knowledge and experience benefits the legal community."
"I have known Derek for many years and can attest to his diligence, zealousness and commitment to advocating for his client and to achieving the best possible result in any situation."
"Derek is an outstanding lawyer. I hired him for litigation matters; however, I quickly learned that he can do so much more. His inquisitive nature drives him to ask all the right questions."
"I have known Derek for many years. He is smart and resourceful. When we had court together, I knew I had to be prepared and ready to go to battle. But we also had a respect for each other through the trial and after. Derek will serve the legal profession and his clients well."
"Derek is a hard-working and talented attorney, well-respected in the legal community. Over the years, we have been on the opposite sides of many cases, and while a strong advocate for his client or position, is always responsive and a consummate professional."
"Derek is a knowledgeable and talented attorney who is well respected by his peers and adversaries alike. Having been involved in well over 100 cases with Derek as opposing counsel I can say he is diligent, zealous, responsive, and professional at all times."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Legal Eagle, Franchise Times
2021
5 Years of Service, City of Suffolk, Virginia
2014
5 Years of Service, City of Portsmouth, Virginia
2013
Service to Law Enforcement, City of Portsmouth Police Department
2022 - Present
Partner, Waldrop & Colvin
2021 - 2022
Assistant General Counsel, Loyalty, LLC
2015 - 2021
Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney, Suffolk Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office
2009 - 2015
Senior Assistant Commonwealths Attorney, Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
2008 - 2008
Summer Associate, White & Williams, LLP
2007 - 2007
Summer Intern, Vellines, Cobbs, Goodwin & Glass
2022 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern DistrAdmitted to Practice
2022 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2009 - Present
Supreme Court of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2015 - 2022
Suffolk Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2015
Portsmouth Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BS - Bachelor of Science
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