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Derek M. Wright
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Licensed in Georgia for 30 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1995
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2006
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Derek M Wright
P.O.B. 143265, Fayetteville, GA, 30214
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Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements
Great Attorney
Derek has helped me out of difficult situations in Riverdale and Fayette County. He has reviewed contracts and business deals for me. He has basically been a great attorney, problem solver, and friend.
Posted by Frank | October 26, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Disillusioned
Paid Mr. Wright to represent my son. Had fast talk about how he could get the job done. It's been @ 3 years and coming up on the 4th delay of court date. Will not respond to phone calls or letters. Pathetic.
Derek Wright
Replied last February 18, 2013In sum, strange enough I still represent this client. There have been several continuances. First, understand that this client is serving a life sentence for alleging raping a white girl in south Georgia. He is African-american. Why? Because the attorney they hired didn’t fight for him and, I believe, inappropriately convinced him to take a plea to a life sentence. The evidence doesn’t make sense and I sure as hell would never have recommended a plea. The appeals attorney did not put the trial attorney on the stand to prove up the ineffective assistance which made it impossible to win an appeal when the issue is to undue a plea. As such, the habeas petition I now represent this client on requires both the trial attorney and appeal attorney be subpoenaed and subjected to examination. One continuance was because the trial attorney is now a judge and had a conflict. One continuance was because the daughter of the appeals attorney was scheduled to compete at Olympic trials and requested a continuance. One continuance was because I was on jury trial. And I think that one continuance was requested by the state. I will fight for this young man because the plea was wrong. If his parents choose to call me pathetic, so be it. I will be whatever name they choose to call me, but at the end of day I will do all that I can to get their son out of a bad plea that should never have been agreed to by him or them. I am more concerned with their son’s case than whether they are disillusioned or calling me names. The day after the fight for their son is made, win or lose I expect they will amend this review as they see fit.
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Worthless Lawyer
I used this lawyer for my divorce and he has been totally poor in communication, and finishing his job. I would never ever recommend him not even to my worst enemy.
Derek Wright
Replied last February 18, 2013Not enough information to determine who this is. I would gladly respond, so please provide more information. I own any mistakes I may make in my practice or in life. I will defend against unjust and inaccurate reviews or allegations. You don’t have put your name, but give enough information so I know who you are. I am not allowed to call you out by name, but I will certainly respond to allegations that contain allegations of specific actions or omissions as opposed to generalized conclusions.
Posted by Dymond | June 02, 2010 | Criminal Defense
My life attorney
I met this attorney back in 2000 while sitting in the courtroom waiting for my case to be call. We had NEVER talked or seen each other before then. He was actually there to represent someone else. He asked me what was I there for aftering talking he said I'll take your case, both cases, only charg...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2009 | Criminal Defense
Awsome Attorney - Would NEVER use another!
I used this attorney to handle a criminal matter on behalf of my son. He was charged with trafficking and faced life in prison if convicted. Mr. Wright not only won the case for my son, but for his co-defendants as well! (their lawyers were HORRIBLE). As we left the court...everyone who witnessed...
Derek M. Wright's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Derek has an unmatched and unparalleled work ethic. He is nothing short of an absolute perfectionist. He cares deeply about those he represents - he is more than just a zealous advocate for his clients, he is also a confidant and friend, and he ensures that his clients obtain only the absolute best result in their case. Derek is extremely knowledgeable and versed in his field of expertise, and is always up for a battle. Derek never accepts "no" for an answer, and he never backs down from a challenge, no matter how daunting the task."
"I endorse Derek. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Felicia Johnson
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2006.
Review Panel Reprimand issued in GA, 2006
updated on 05/19/2010This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case, the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2012
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Derek M. Wright, LLC
1996 - 2010
Managing Partner, The Wright Law Firm, P.C.
Associations
1994 - Present
HR Butler Lodge #23
1989 - Present
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc
Education
1995
Georgia State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Princeton University
BSE- Civil Engineering & Systems Management
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
If given a 15 year sentence in federal case do you spend 100% the time?
28 Nov 2013
Q&A
I have a warrant, but my fiancee wants to drop the charges. Is that possible without having to sit in jail with no bond?
15 Nov 2013