Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
Derek Kevin Oliverson
About Derek
Biography
Attorney Derek Oliverson is a former judge, prosecutor, and police officer. He is a highly skilled and accomplished criminal defense attorney, serving Phoenix, AZ and all of the surrounding areas. As the founder of Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense, he is deeply committed to fighting for and protecting the rights of the accused. Derek represents clients in complex cases involving drug crimes, fraud charges, DUI, and other serious offenses.
Derek attended Southern Utah University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, before going on to earn his law degree with a Certification of Concentration in Litigation from Creighton University School of Law. He served as a police officer in Henderson, Nevada before becoming a criminal prosecutor in Mojave County after being admitted to the bar in 2009. He also served as a judge for both the Page Magistrate Court in Page, Arizona and the Glendale City Court in Glendale, Arizona. Now, he uses this background to aggressively advocate exclusively for the accused.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
19 years
DUI and DWI
50%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Arizona for 16 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense
60 East Rio Salado Parkway, Suite 900, Tempe, AZ, 85281
Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense
2375 East Camelback Road, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ, 85016
Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense
1760 East Pecos Road, Suite 332, Gilbert, AZ, 85295
Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense
707 Beale Street, Kingman, AZ, 86401
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Derek Kevin Oliverson's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 157 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sara | April 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Legal Representation from the Entire Oliverson Law Team
I cannot recommend Oliverson Law highly enough. My attorneys Derek and David provided exceptional representation throughout my DUI case, with each handling different aspects of my situation. Derek went above and beyond in handling my Justice Court proceedings. Not only did he provide excellent leg...
Posted by Minnie | August 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend!
Attorney Oliverson has been available day and night to assuage my nervous tendencies, and has gotten me out of several tight spots with the law. Great guy. Highly recommend.
Posted by Sean | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The absolute Best!
First off ,when an Arizona case come up abd was not going to just be ignored, I began searching for an Attorney that in my opinion was going to prove very challenging. That meant plea to a case completely on The State if Arizona's Terms. Got a call one evening from someone who said we found an at...
Posted by Roger | February 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing
Mr. Oliverson was amazing to work with. I needed representation for a criminal case and stumbled on his site when doing a Google search. I quickly saw that he had a lot of great reviews so I decided to give him a call. After meeting with him in person and discussing my case, I knew he would be the ri...
Posted by Jordan | February 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing job
It is with great pleasure that I write this review. I was charged with a DUI and my case was dismissed. The team at Oliverson Law did an amazing job representing me. They were always available to answer any questions or concerns I had. If you are looking for a great team of attorneys who will fight f...
Derek Kevin Oliverson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I first saw Mr. Oliverson in action when he was a judicial officer on the bench. I was in court on an unrelated matter when I noticed him. He was easy to spot. Through Mr. Oliverson's questioning, reasoning, and decision-making from the bench, he not only stood out in that courtroom, but in the legal community in general. He showed the rare ability to cut to the heart of the matter at first sight and address the pressing legal issues handily. We are lucky to now have Mr. Oliverson on the defense bar using his legal talents to aggressively fight for his clients. I would recommend Mr. Oliverson to anybody facing charges brought against them."
"I have had the privilege of working with Derek on a number of criminal cases. Being a former judge, he is very knowledgeable with the minutiae of the criminal justice system. He is an ethical jurist whom I would feel comfortable referring anyone - including my family members - to."
"Fantastic attorney. Very hard worker and really cares about the clients. He gets incredible results and always goes above and beyond for his clients. Communicates very well always fights hard in and out of court. Highly recommend Derek to any client who is looking for an excellent attorney to get the job done."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Mr. Oliverson and he is one of the most knowledgable lawyers I know. He works tirelessly with his clients to make sure they are in the best position possible, either by reducing their sentence or getting their charges dismissed completely."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Outstanding credentials as a former police officer and prosecutor levels the playing field since they know that he knows what they know. An advantage that clearly has it's benefits. As a judge he has yet another advantage. If you are in Arizona do yourself a favor and call him first for a consultation!"
"I have known Derek for almost ten years, and he has always been a driven, hard worker with integrity. I trust Derek to represent clients effectively and competently."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Awesome Attorney! I highly endorse Derek Oliverson! He is a great attorney, and takes really good care of his clients. Further, Derek is one of the go to attorneys for criminal defense in Arizona!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Derek is an amazing advocate for his clients. Couldn't be happier to recommend his services to anyone seeking a talented criminal and DUI trial lawyer."
"Derek is a former police officer, prosecutor, and judge. Now he's using that knowledge to assist his DUI clients. His experience and knowledge is priceless."
"Derek has a great mixture of patience and persistence necessary to achieve success for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Derek is a good person and great lawyer. He knows the law and takes care of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Derek on several matters. He is very knowledgeable in criminal matters and works hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Derek as a Deputy County Attorney before he became a Magistrate. Derek was a police officer and has unique insight into probable cause issues; law enforcement training and Fourth Amendment matters."
"Derek Oliverson has a unique set of skills for a Criminal Defense attorney. Derek has been a prosecutor and a judge, and as such, possesses a wealth of knowledge in the area of criminal law, and knows how to represent clients ethically, diligently, and effectively. I have known Derek since law school, and can say he is very trustworthy and ethical. Hiring Derek is worth it."
Jeremy Huss
Criminal defense lawyer
Stephen Garcia
Criminal defense lawyer
Jason Karpel
Criminal defense lawyer
Michelle Carlton
Family lawyer
Michael Pittman
Criminal defense lawyer
Michael Van
Commercial real estate lawyer
Keith Evans
Criminal defense lawyer
Shawn Hamp
Criminal defense lawyer
Henry Beam
Criminal defense lawyer
Stephen Glazer
Criminal defense lawyer
John Schill
Criminal defense lawyer
Warren Nikolaus
Litigation lawyer
Chad Hester
Litigation lawyer
Douglas Edmunds
Contracts and agreements lawyer
David Moore
Family lawyer
Ryan Hardy
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in America, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2019
Arizona's Top 10 Attorneys, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2018
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel
2017
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2016
Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel
2016
Premier 100 Trial Attorney, National Academy of Jurisprudence
2015
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2015
Top 40 Under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2015
Premier 100 Trial Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2015
Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, LeadCounsel.org
2008
Dean's Award, Creighton University School of Law
2007
Dean's Award, Creighton University School of Law
2006
Dean's Award, Creighton University School of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense
2014 - 2017
Associate, Schill Law Group
2012 - 2014
Judge, Glendale City Court
2010 - 2012
Presiding Judge, Page Magistrate Court
2009 - 2010
Criminal Prosecutor, Mohave County, Arizona
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Forsberg and Jolly Law
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk, Smith, Gardner, Slusky Law
2006 - 2007
Legal Research Assistant, Creighton University School of Law
2002 - 2004
Police Officer, City of Henderson, Nevada
Associations
2017 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Order of BarristersMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Young Lawyers DivisionAttorney Member
2006 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyMember
2006 - Present
Southern Utah University AlumniMember
2006 - Present
Creighton University AlumniMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. K (Threatening and Harrassment)
Dismissed
State v. S (Assault by Domestic Violence)
Dismissed
State v. P (Shoplifting)
Dismissed
State v. W (Criminal Trespass)
Case Dismissed
State v. D (Crim. Damage by Domestic Violence)
Dismissed
State v. J (DUI)
All charges dismissed.
State v. P.J. (DUI)
All charges dismissed.
State v. M (Shoplifting)
Dismissal of all charges
State v. M
Dismissal
State v. K (Extreme DUI)
All charges dismissed at pre-trial.
State v. M.S. (Assault by Domestic Violence)
All charges dismissed at pre-trial.
State v. B (Vicious Animal Charges)
Dismissal after appeal.
State v. T (Harassment)
All charges dismissed.
State v. A. (Extreme DUI- 2nd Offense)
All charges dismissed.
Education
2010
Arizona Supreme Court
New Limited Jurisdiction Judge Orientation
2010
Arizona Supreme Court
Civil Traffic Hearing Officer School
2009
Creighton University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Southern Utah University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Coconino County Limited Jurisdiction Judicial Conference
Judicial Responsibilities
2011
Coconino County Limited Jurisdiction Judicial Conference
Caselaw Update
Publications
2014
Arizona Limited Jurisdiction Reference Manual for Judges
Criminal Motions
2013
Arizona Limited Jurisdiction Reference Manual for Judges
Criminal Motions
2012
Arizona Limited Jurisdiction Reference Manual for Judges
Criminal Motions
2011
Arizona Limited Jurisdiction Reference Manual for Judges
Criminal Motions
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Whats the possibility of prison if charged with agg assualt with a deadly weapon with prior battery charges when a edc is involv
14 May 2020
Q&A
What is the most possible outcome for my case, and when am I asked to be represented by a public defender?
21 Dec 2018
Q&A
Its been a year and 3 months since I received a meth possession charge. Much has changed in my life now clean.
25 Dec 2018