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Derek B Simms
About Derek
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Car Accident
20%
27 years
Criminal Defense
20%
27 years
DUI and DWI
20%
27 years
Personal Injury
15%
27 years
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Licensed in Alabama for 26 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Simms & Associates
608 37th St. S, Birmingham, AL, 35222
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Posted by Sammy | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Skilled Attorney
Derek has been my attorney for more than 15 years. He has counselled me on everything from business contracts and transactions to car accident personal injury. I have a lot of faith in Derek's councel and I often seek Derek's advice and input for any legal matters that may arise.
Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2013 | Personal Injury
Birmingham's best attorney
Several months ago while on the way to see a play, I tripped on an uneven brick walkway just outside the theater and injured my face and knees. A friend referred attorney Simms to me. After a consultation, I hired him to handle my claim. I liked his professional and caring demeanor. He handled my ...
Derek B Simms's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the opportunity and pleasure to work with Derek Simms on several heavily contested issues. I feel highly confident recommending Derek to anyone in need of legal assistance."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Simms has an incredible skill set when it comes to handling all of the legal issues involving personal injuries. He works tirelessly to provide outstanding legal services to each and every client he represents."
Jay Seigel
Insurance lawyer
Erik Fine
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Lawyers, B-Metro Magazine
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top Lawyers, B-Metro Magazine
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Lawyers, B-Metro Magazine
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
1994
Dean's List, Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
1993
Dean's List, Samford University-Cumberland School of Law
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Owner, Simms & associates
1995 - 1996
Senior Claims Adjuster, The Infinity Group
1993 - 1993
Committee Intern, Arizona State Senate
Associations
2015 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2000 - Present
Birmingham Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1999 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
Education
1997
Birmingham School of Law (Birmingham, AL)
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Northern Arizona University
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
WVTM Channel 13
Alabama's New (2013) Firearms Law
Publications
1994
American Journal of Trial Advocacy
Contributor
Languages
English
Activity
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