Derek Debus

Derek Debus

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 5 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Scottsdale, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Military Law, DUI & DWI

8010 E McDowell Rd, Suite 105, Scottsdale, AZ

About Derek

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 5 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2020

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Mexico for 4 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 2021

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Stone Rose Law

8010 E McDowell Rd, Suite 105, Scottsdale, AZ, 85257

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Derek Debus's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jaime | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

VA claim

Derek was very thorough and helpful through the whole VA process and whenever I had a question he answered immediately. I highly recommend him with any VA related claims or help with anything.

Posted by Eugenio | January 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attention Veterans!

I met Derek Debus through a mutual friend and when I inquired about VA benefits he immediately responded with a willingness to help. Derek walked me through the process of filing a VA claim for disability and after gathering my information Derek filed all the necessary documents with the VA and acted... on my behalf when dealing with the VA. All that was required of me was to appear for my doctor appointments. Derek Debus, Colby Kanouse and Jake Lee stayed in constant communication and were quick to respond to any questions I had. With their assistance I was awarded a disability rating much higher than I had anticipated and all the initial filings are FREE. They only charge if you dispute a denial for disability. My family and I will forever be grateful to Derek and the people at Stone Rose Law. So, If you're a Veteran looking for help filing a claim, look no further than Stone Rose Law. They're truly looking out for all Veterans.

Posted by Courtney | December 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Derek is...just amazing.

I'm writing this review for Derek Debus of Stone Rose Law. I thought long and hard about how to accurately verbalize how this person changed my life but I find it super difficult. Every draft feels like a down-play. My military story is a hard one but Derek never treated me like I was broken.... He was patient, kind and very thoughtful in every way. The way he handled me and my case far exceeded my ideas of how it would go. Because of Derek, this once homeless veteran can finally prioritize her mental health and physical health. That is priceless. There are nights now where I can fall asleep feeling at peace instead of doom and that is because of Derek's hard work. Thank you Derek. You're truly a hero.

Posted by Ruben | December 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Forever Grateful

Having an advocate who not only cares but can take that burden off your shoulders is monumental. Derek Debus was God sent, there are no words to describe how he has impacted my life and future in less than 3 months and got me to 100% status after trying to deal with the VA’s hamster wheel of an ap...peal process myself for 3 years. Not only is Derek an exceptional attorney that fully interprets the complex riddled military & veteran law but as a veteran himself, he will fight diligently for the benefits you have earned & get you to the victory line, leaving no soldier behind! THANK YOU Derek, I’m forever grateful! The best pre Christmas gift ever!!

Posted by Matthew | December 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Military Defense Attorney!

I hired Mr. Debus for a pending separation board with the Navy. Mr. Debus' knowledge of Military law is amazing and so is his ability to look at a case from every angle and provide evidence where needed. There is no other attorney I would want in my corner!

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Derek Debus's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jake Lee

Military law lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Derek is an excellent attorney who fights hard for his clients. He is an exceptionally hard-working and knowledgeable attorney in Criminal and Military Law with a passion for representing his clients zealously and creatively, holding nothing back. I strongly recommend him."

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Vicki Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse and highly recommend Derek for any Criminal Defense, Military Law, and VA Benefits matter. He is an incredibly knowledgeable and talented attorney who gets fantastic results for his clients. He is a fierce trial attorney who does not give up until his clients are completely satisfied! I endorse his legal skills and hard work."

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Steven Scharboneau

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Derek brings a unique mindset to the table and thinks outside of the box. His advocacy is effective and his legal skill have proven to offer great benefits for his clients."

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Craig Rosenstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Derek is an exceptional trial attorney, prolific writer, and incredibly effective advocate."

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Colby Kanouse

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Derek is a hard working and conscientious young lawyer who uses his skills to benefit his clients. I am happy to endorse him."

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Vicki Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Colby Kanouse

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jake Lee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Scharboneau

Criminal defense lawyer

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Howard Dworman

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys Under 40 in Arizona, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2021

VA Accreditation, United States Department of Veterans Affairs

N/A

Willard H. Pedrick Honors Scholar, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

N/A

Designated Advocacy Fellow, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney, Stone Rose Law Firm

2019 - 2021

Prosecutor/Rule 38 intern, Maricopa County Attorney's Office

2009 - 2016

Infantryman and Combat Instructor, United States Marine Corps

Associations

2022 - Present

National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2021 - Present

U.S. District Court, District of Arizona

Member

2021 - Present

Court of Appeals for Veterans’ Claims

Member

2021 - Present

Academe Grove, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Director, Board of Directors

2021 - Present

National Organization of Veterans' Advocates

Member

2021 - Present

Stone Rose Law

Director of Military and Veteran Law

2020 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Education

2019

Arizona State

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2022

U.S. Law Shield Seminar hosted by Core Dynamics Firearms Training Gun Laws 101

2022

U.S. Law Shield Lecture at Range Day Tactical Therapy Gun Laws 101

2022

U.S. Law Shield Gun Law Lecture at Pawn Palace Cottonwood Gun Laws 101

2022

Stone Rose Law & Rosenstein Law Group CLE

VA Benefits 101

2022

Military Veterans of Our Lady of Joy Church VA Benefits 101: You Earned Them, Here is How To Get Them

2022

Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) VA Benefits 101: You Earned Them, Here is How To Get Them

2022

Gun Law Lecture at AZ Law Dawgs Gun Laws 101

Publications

Languages

English

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