Derrick Lance Harris

Derrick Lance Harris

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 10 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lexington, KY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

333 West Vine Street, Suite 300, Lexington, KY

About Derrick

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Provide high level representation to those being investigated by the government. Including OVI/DUI defense.

11 years | 2,500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 10 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2015

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Location

Suhre & Associates, LLC

333 West Vine Street, Suite 300, Lexington, KY, 40507

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Derrick Lance Harris's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | August 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Satisfied 100%

Derrick is outstanding at his job. Unlike other times I've needed representation from other lawyers for different reasons (in different states), when working with Derrick, I always felt reassured and confident that we were going to beat the charge. I could tell that the judge was very impressed with ...him, and that the DA and arresting officer didn't really have a leg to stand when we went to jury trial. I'd usually been under the impression that an elder, very experienced and well-known lawyer would be in anyone's best interest. But not anymore! This young, professional family man is The Man! And I can only imagine where his bright future will lead him. If I ever again getting wrongly convicted of a DUI, I hope it's in The People's Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Posted by Enoch | May 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Left state troopers speechless

He spent a lot of time talking to me on the phone, very thorough. Never left me feeling unsure . Made the state police witnesses sound like they had been skipping class. It was a glorious day when trial came. Best lawyer I’ve ever hired and the only one I’d consider hiring for future needs. I hear hi...s wife does similarly great work.

Posted by anonymous | May 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Mr. Harris is a fantastic lawyer !! I would recommend him to anyone in need of lawyer assistance .

Posted by Edgar | April 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Derrick Harris is the man for the job

If you are looking for an attorney that will fight for your case until the end then Derrick Harris is your man. From the initial consultation to deciding whether to negotiate a plea deal or taking the case to trial, he explained everything clearly and concisely. And if you do decide to go to trial, D...errick Harris will fight for your case to try to achieve the best outcome possible. I received a not guilty verdict and could not be happier with the work Derrick Harris performed.

Posted by Jaron | February 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

Derrick is great at what he does. He went above and beyond for me on more than one case. Derrick is organized, well dressed and very professional at his job. I hope to not get into anymore trouble, but if I do I will definitely call Derrick. Very pleased with his business and would recommend him to a...nyone needing an outstanding lawyer.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

2023

Best Criminal Defense 2023, Lexington Herald Leader

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Trial Attorney, Suhre & Associates, LLC

2019 - 2021

Trial Attorney, Department Of Public Advocacy

2015 - 2019

Associate Attorney, Sherrow, Sutherland & Associates

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Justice Law Office

2013 - 2013

Legal Intern, Commonwealth's Attorney

Associations

Stable Recovery Inc.

Board Member

Kentucky Christian University

Outside General Counsel

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth vs. Searle

Not Guilty in Laurel County, KY

Commonwealth vs. Wilson

Not Guilty Anderson County, Kentucky

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Education

2015

Appalachian School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

Appalachian School of Law

Juris Master

2012

University of Kentucky

Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2022

KACDL DUI Defense Seminar

Ethics & DUI Cases

Languages

English

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