Derek Metts

Derek Metts

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 15 years

Insurance Lawyer at Altamonte Springs, FL
Practice Areas: Insurance, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +3 more

320 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL

About Derek

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Car Accident 28%

16 years

28%
Insurance 28%

16 years

28%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 15 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2010

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Metts Legal, P.A.

320 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32701

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Derek Metts's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Treneice | June 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Thankful

I got into a car accident in April and unfortunately I had no car insurance. I was very upset because the accident was not my fault but the officers on the scene gave me two situation one for no proof of insurane and one for careless driving and 4 points on my license. I was referred to Derek Metts... through the Florida Bar Association and it was a blessing he was able to not only get the points off my license as I was thinking that may be all I can get removed. Mr. Metts was able to get my entire case dismissed I don't have to pay any of the tickets and no points on my license. Thank you Derek Metts you are amazing.

Posted by Bobby | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

IRMA Hurricane Damage Insurance Claim

After getting the "run around" from my Insurance Company, for a period of 4-months after I had submitted my legitimate claim, for damage sustained to my property after hurricane IRMA, I contacted Metts Legal, who came highly recommended to me. Dealing with Insurance Companies can be difficult at t...imes, trying to do so from the U.K. even more so. Not understanding the U.S. format totally, and having been made to "jump thru' hoops" during an extremely frustrating period, Derek Metts accepted my case, subsequently he filed a Lawsuit against my Insurance Company. After tirelessly negotiating with them, and eventually proving my claim to be indeed valid, Derek secured a settlement of some $22K, which was accepted by me. Their initial offer being $750.00 This is not a mis-print, yes! $750.00 Metts Legal, from start to closing, carried out all business with me in an extremely professional manner, the +5-hours time difference not being any great issue what so ever. Hopefully, I will not require to file a Lawsuit with any future insurers, if I do, certainly would have no hesitation recommending this Law Firm. Thank you Derek for a job well done!

Posted by William | September 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Honest

I had an issue with the military trying to charge me $15,000 for a bonus I never received from them. If you don't know what dealing with DFAS is like, it's a pain. You have to use an online system which takes them up to 90 days (yes...3 months) to reply to your message. Even then, the replies are ...extremely short, vague, and most of the time containing information only they can decipher (codes to things you can't even look up). I did everything I could. I sent them everything they needed. After hours and hours, days and days, and MONTHS of dealing with these very rude people who really didn't care about me or the fact that I'd served for 7 years. On top of that, they didn't care that they were wrong, they were relentless in trying to get this money that wasn't even close to in their right to demand. I decided I needed help. I somehow found Derek Metts's office and spoke to a very nice receptionist who put me through to speak with Derek. Derek explained to me that he doesn't typically deal with this type of situation, but that he'd do it anyway. He also was honest and informed me that I'd already done everything there was to be done. That I'd already sent all the proof that was necessary and that all he would do is compiled everything and send it in one document with his name attached. Unfortunately for us regular people, that's what is needed sometimes. Upon receipt of his letter, DFAS responded *promptly* which was astounding already, but also letting me know that they were wrong and have corrected the issue. Paying for a simple letter sounds ridiculous, but in the world of culprits and exploiters, having a lawyer's back up can help resolve the situation much more quickly than alone. Best of all, it took away all the stress and torture of sitting on the phone for hours on hold and sending messages that would take up to 3 months to get replies that were basically nonsense. Definitely recommend.

Posted by Shawn | October 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Derek Metts

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Derek Metts at 407-704-4369 if you ever need an insurance attorney!! This man kept me informed through out the whole ordeal. Most importantly he got me back 100% of the money I spent fixing my customer's $120,000 Porsche Panamera GTS. It was thousands of dollars I paid out of pocke...t to fix this vehicle that a Subway customer hit. None of my insurance companies that I have would touch the case to go after the driver and the insurance of the person at fault. So I hired Derek for a more then reasonable price and he got the job done! Derick was very professional & a pleasure to work with!!

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Derek Metts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Riley Cho

Insurance lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Kelley

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Derek on a couple of cases as co-counsel. He is very knowledgeable and professional. He is very hard working and keeps cases moving forward at all times."

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Baolinh Than

Insurance lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer for his expertise in insurance litigation."

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Ryan Murphy

Car accident lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Derek is experienced, knowledgeable, aggressive and personable. I strongly recommend his services."

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Riley Cho

Car accident lawyer

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James Kelley

Litigation lawyer

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Baolinh Than

Insurance lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2008

American Jurisprudence Award: Evidence, Thomas Jeffereson School of Law

2008

American Jurisprudence Award: Wills & Trusts, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2007

American Jurisprudence Award: Torts, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Metts Legal, P.A.

2011 - 2015

Attorney, Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Butler & Hosch, P.A.

Associations

2012 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Education

2009

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2005

California State University, Sacramento

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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