Aliaquanda Derrick

Aliaquanda Derrick

also known as Alia Adkins-Derrick

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 18 years

Business Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Business, Employment & Labor, Commercial ... +2 more

2626 Cole Ave., Suite #300, Dallas, TX

About Aliaquanda

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2007

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Adkins Lawyers, PLLC

2626 Cole Ave., Suite #300, Dallas, TX, 75204

Adkins Lawyers, PLLC

5178 Westheimer Rd., Suite #1000, Houston, TX, 77057

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Aliaquanda Derrick's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Linda P. | September 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

Attorney Alia Derrick and Marjorie Murphy are a dynamic duo. I had a horrible experience with two attorneys prior to retaining their services. They are both excellent communicators and kept me informed. They were on top of everything. I am very pleased with the outcome. I would highly recommend them....

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Communicator

Ms. Derrick took the time and listened to my case. She asked questions and told me the strengths and weaknesses she heard regarding my case. She also took the time to explain the process and possible outcomes. I also like the fact that she took a couple of days to think about my case and consulted ...with another attorney before agreeing to take the case.

Posted by Ameikah | April 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Copyright Application

Amazing Attorney

I would refer Atty. Derrick to anybody I know. She's professional, prompt, attentive, and her attention to detail is like none other. She actual found grammatical and historical mistakes in my copy right. I'm grateful for everything she did for me and now my logo is officially copyrighted.

Posted by Dr. Taaka Cash | March 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional attorney with effective services!!!

Attorney Derrick has provided services for our team for a while now. She is efficient, effective, timely and client centered. Her rates are affordable and her work is superb. She goes over and beyond the standard of practice while ensuring that we are properly educated. Attorney Derrick gets back to ...us in a timely fashion and is an effective communicator. She is private and we have never had issues with Confidentiality. She is definitely for the client. I look forward to having her a be apart of our team for years to come.

Posted by Se Young | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Great attorney

The Derrick Law Firm helped me negotiate my contract with a new employer. They gave me personal attention and worked around my schedule to meet the deadlines. I appreciate their honest advice and insight which gave me great confidence in being able to negotiate the terms I want[ed] for my current co...ntract.

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Aliaquanda Derrick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Cannon

Employment and labor lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Alia and feel very comfortable referring her employment law matters. I would gladly recommend her to others."

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Pauline Higgins

Employment and labor lawyer

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Emmanuel Obi

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, Texas Bar Foundation

2014

2014 Lawyers of Color Hot List, Lawyers of Color

2014

Member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, College of the State Bar of Texas

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Attorney & Mediator, Adkins Lawyers, PLLC

2008 - 2014

Attorney, Jackson Walker

2007 - 2008

Attorney, Texas Supreme Court

Associations

2020 - Present

Texas Supreme Court Historical Society

Board Member

2015 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Life Fellow

2015 - Present

AEO: Attorneys Empowering Others

Founding Member

2011 - Present

Dallas Bar Foundation

Life Fellow

2011 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

JL Turner Legal Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Education

2007

University of Texas School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2003

Rice University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Speaking Engagements

2021

2021 Business Owners’ Speaker Series

2021 “Risky Business: C.Y.A. Tips for Taking Care of Your Legal Business During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic”

2020

2020 Incubator Program of Dallas Bar Association’s Entrepreneurs in Community Lawyering

2020 Dos & Don'ts of Launching Your Law Practice”

2018

Biz Wake Up Call Series: Legal Workshop Featuring a Panel Discussion

“Contract Drafting & Negotiating for Success, Profits, & Longevity”

2018

2018 EmPower Dallas Entrepreneur’s Summit at The D.E.C. (Dallas Entrepreneurs Center)

“Weathering the ^Legal Storm: An Attorney’s Guide to Protecting Your Thriving Business”

2017

Growing Small Businesses Breakfast Seminar

“Growth Hacks Every Business Owner Should Know to Achieve the Big 3: Success, Profits, & Longevity”

2017

2017 Small Business Expo

“Asset Today, Liability Tomorrow: Small Business Killers & C.Y.A. Tips to Avoid Legal Ruin”

2015

UNIDOS Townhall Meeting

“Know Your Rights: Tips for Tenants, Homeowners, & Potential Homebuyers”

2015

Grove Dallas’ Speaker Series

“Employ, Train, & Retain Your Next Rockstar: Legally”

2015

2015 Success in Business Seminar

“Legal Landmines: Tips to Protect Your Business From Legal Ruin.”

2014

US Supreme Court Update CLE

Burwell v. Hobby Lobby and Its Impact on Employee Health Insurance

2014

Continuing Education

“I See Working People: Now What Should[n’t] I Do?” a look at Recent Trends in Enforcement of Fair Labor Standards Act

2013

2013 Houston Business Conference

“Are You Prepared? Health Care Reform Changes”

2012

2012 CFO/Controller Conference

“Employment Law Update: Healthcare, 401(k) Plan Fee Disclosures and Fiduciary Responsibilities, and Other Recent Changes”

2011

2011 State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting's “LeadershipSBOT” Seminar

“Combating Early Exits: How Effective Mentorship Increases Retention & Diversity”

Publications

2023

The Journal of the Texas Supreme Court Historical Society - Fall 2023 Issue “Trouble & Justice: How Trouble in Texas Led to the Court Martial Trial of America’s Beloved Jackie Robinson”

2020

Texas Bar Blog Dec. 2020. “Celebrating the Holidays During a Pandemic”

2018

L&E News & Alerts “Texas Extends Leave Rights to Foster Parents. Is Your Company in Compliance?”

2018

L&E News & Alerts “The High Cost of NDAs in the Age of #MeToo: What Every Employer Must Know About the New Tax Law

2016

DAYL’s 2016 Small Business Symposium – 2016 Divorce-Proofing Your Business: 4 Effective Steps to Help Ensure Your Business Survives In Event of Divorce

2016

L&E News & Alerts Salaried Today, Hourly Employee Tomorrow: 4 Million Reasons Companies Should Prepare Now for New Overtime Laws & Three Effective Steps to Compliance

2014

L&E News Alert A Tale of Equal Pay Laws to Come? How Two New Executive Actions for Federal Contractors Could Eventually Affect All Employers

2012

L&E News Alert “Big Deal? How the NLRB’s [(National Labor Relations Board)] Recent Decision Limits the Confidentiality of All Employer HR Investigations”

Languages

Spanish

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