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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 anonymous | April 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Successful litigation
Derek did an amazing job representing our office in a litigation case. He was easy to work with, very responsive, tenacious and successful in terms of our case settlement. We will absolutely be utilizing his services for any future needs.
Posted by Rinku Sinha | April 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Franchising
Best Franchise Attorneys!
We recently had the pleasure of working with Derek Colvin and John Allen on a purchase of a franchise, and we couldn't be more grateful for their support and expertise throughout the entire process. From start to finish, their professionalism, dedication, and in-depth knowledge of franchise operation...
Posted by Mrs. R | April 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Derek is a great lawyer!
Derek Culven is a wonderful attorney who is knowledgeable, dependable, kind, and courteous. He has a way with words and can help to mitigate issues between you and another party without them escalating. Actually, he’s good at diffusing fragile situations so that the outcome can end up in your favo...
Posted by Monica | December 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Franchising
Awesome franchise lawyer!
We hired Derek to look over a franchise agreement for us. He was awesome and went above and beyond! While other lawyers and people you work with when it comes to business often take awhile to respond or get things done, he was super fast and professional. Not only did he help us with our franchise ag...
Posted by Karen | November 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Business
Wonderful experience
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Derek. He was clear, concise, and provided excellent feedback along the way. He immediately told me what the price would be and executed the document I needed within 48 hours. It was a simple and forthright process and I will be back for any future items I ...
"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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