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also known as Derek A. Adame
Derek A. Adame has represented citizens accused of criminal offenses in Denton County since 1998. He has served clients in a number of high profiled cases and has been interviewed by several media outlets, including the Dallas Morning News, Denton Record Chronicle, Dallas Observer, NBC 5, and Univision.
Derek has also served as guest lecturer at the University of Texas at Dallas, the University of North Texas, and Texas Woman's University. He also served as Lead Counsel in a murder case featured on the A&E Television Network's popular "The First 48" series. In addition, Mr. Adame has served as Lead Counsel in hundreds of criminal cases and jury trials.
Derek is a former prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney's Office from 1994 to 1996. During that time, he served as a Special Prosecutor for Family Violence Offenses and Chief Prosecutor for DWI offenses. He was lead counsel in hundreds of criminal prosecutions and also educated police officers in family violence, DWI, and drug offenses. He understands the juridical system from every perspective and uses this knowledge to his client’s advantage. His time as a prosecutor has also better equipped him when dealing with prosecutors, judges, and juries. Don’t entrust your defense to just any attorney, find a Denton criminal defense attorney who has specialized, legal experience and proven results.
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State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
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1409 East McKinney Street, Suite 113, Denton, TX, 76209
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Posted by jerry | September 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent, Top Tier Defense Lawyer in Denton
Recently had the pleasure of hiring this gentleman who promised nothing but delivered amazing results for my son. He truly worked magic that produced an amazing outcome. If you want the very best, hire him!
Posted by Matthew | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Best attorney in Denton county!
No lie, this man is there best in Denton county. He took my case, which looked grim to say the least. Not exactly sure what all he pulled to get the charges dropped but the end result was awesome. He got all the charges dropped and literally saved my life. I owe this man more than words can explain. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Thank you Derek for saving my life!
Wonderful and Smart lawyer.
Posted by Michael | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended!
I hired Derek Adame after much calling around, he was the only attorney that seemed confident he could get me returned to probation and avoid prison (This was my 2nd violation while on felony probation). My back was truly against the wall, as the prosecution was committed to giving me 2 years or 12 m...
Posted by Shawn | June 22, 2015
This guy!!
I was very satisfied with the job Derek did. I chose to work with Derek because of his confidence. His understanding of the altercation made me feel comfortable. He made me feel like I didn’t have to be so nervous or worried about going to jail. He had everything under control and I really appreciate...
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2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1998 - Present
Owner, Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law - Denton County Criminal Defense Attorney
1994 - 1997
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
Member
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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