Derick Calmerin Villanueva

Derick Calmerin Villanueva

4.6
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 19 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Bankruptcy & Debt, Trucking Accident

Buckeye Tower 3300 Buckeye Road, Suite 335, Atlanta, GA

About Derick

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-45%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 3 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2023

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 19 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2006

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of D. Villanueva, LLC

Buckeye Tower 3300 Buckeye Road, Suite 335, Atlanta, GA, 30341

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Derick Calmerin Villanueva's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Larry T. | November 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce

I'm recommending the Law of D. Villanueva to anyone who is seeking dedicated and determined professionals help. It's more family oriented to me than just my legal concerns being pushed through a judicial system. Even though I didn't have the full legal fees at the moment I was still treated like a to...p priority and that definitely was my turning point for me to put my most personal life in the hands of this professional law office. Thanks again for being great at what y'all do. - Larry T.P.S. We won our case✔

Posted by Melissa | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I am Amazed By This Man

Derick is a wonderful human as he is a lawyer. I was in a nasty car wreck. I fired my last lawyer because he was a fool and completely useless. Mr Derick a lawyer and military veteran fought hard on my case and I received 350 thousand in my settlement. I used the money to pay off my student loans and... to buy a house. I love this man.

Posted by Dele | November 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Uncontested Divorce

Mr. Villanueva made an otherwise painful experience very painless by keeping appointments on time and keeping me abreast of every new information and developments in my case.. All phone calls were promptly returned. I would not hesitate to highly recommend his Law firm.

Posted by Jazmine | August 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

So grateful for Attorney Villanueva and his awesome staff!

Attorney Villanueva is so personable, accomodating and very professionally astute. How many Attorney offer to meet at your home for an initial consultation? Mine did! I really appreciated all of his knowledge/expertise in his field. Between him and his staff, I was kept informed throughout the whole ...process and am very satisfied with the results of his diligence and all the hard work invested in my little sister's case as well as my own (from beginning to end). I give thanks for him and his entire staff!

Posted by Cynthia and Cydney | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Experienced and Caring Personal Injury Lawyer

My daughter and I suffered injuries, as a result of the accident, which the defendant was cited with DUI. Attorney Villanueva, was extremely helpful in giving us advice for the case and he made us feel confident about the lawsuit. We are extremely pleased with the settlement of our case, which was t...he result of the hard work of Attorney Villanueva on our behalf. Attorney Villanueva, is an excellent attorney who exhibits a great moral character. We would highly recommend him to anyone who needs his services.

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Derick Calmerin Villanueva's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Car accident lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Derick is an excellent attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Martello

Unknown lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have always known Derick to be hard working, knowledgeable, eager, and always well-prepared. He is an excellent advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse Derick."

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Mark Clay

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Villanueva. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help first."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in legal community. Responses are clear and complete. Fabulous credentials. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of BK law."

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Michael Waddington

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Derick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 40 Litigation Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Litigation Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Selection, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top One Percent

2010

Pro Bono Honor Roll, State Bar of Georgia

2007

State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project Award, State Bar of Georgia

2007

Certificate of Commendation, State Bar of Georgia Committee on Professionalism

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of D. Villanueva, LLC

2007 - 2009

Principal, The Villanueva Law Firm, LLC

2007 - 2007

Associate, The Moss Law Firm, LLC

2005 - 2007

, Southstar Funding, LLC

2004 - 2005

, American Mortgage Exchange, Inc.

2003 - 2004

, KREVOLIN & HORST,LLC

Associations

2016 - Present

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Member at Large

2014 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Tort and Insurance Practice Section

Georgia State Bar

2011 - Present

US Navy Reserve

Lieutenant

2010 - Present

Sandy Springs Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Military/Veterans Law Section

2009 - Present

North Fulton Bar Association

2009 - Present

Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Group

2008 - Present

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Member

Syracuse University Alumni Association of Atlanta

Sample of Legal Cases

Johnson v. Kadam et al. Gwinnett County State Court

Judgement Granted to Plaintiff for Damages

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Education

2015

US Navy Supply Corps School

2003

Syracuse University College of Law

Juris Doctor

2003

Syracuse University

Masters

2000

Emory University

BA Magna Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2012

Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Group Monthly Meeting

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and Its Effects on Bankruptcy

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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