$ 200-250 per hour
Derek G Medina
About Derek
Biography
Derek G. Medina, attorney at law, received his law degree (Juris Doctorate) from the University of Colorado School of Law in 2000 and his undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado with a double major in Political Science and International Affairs (with distinction), Phi Beta Kappa.
He is active in his community and has participated in the University of Colorado Legal Aid and Defender Program as well as the King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinic (East Side). In 2001, he participated in the Washington State Bar Association's Law Day working with young students at a local Bellevue school.
Derek was born in Trinidad, Colorado and moved to Washington state for the first time in 1983. He fell in love with the area and its people. After moving back to Colorado during his high school and college years, he has returned and taken up residence in Port Angeles.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
90%
26 years | 900 cases
Landlord or Tenant
10%
26 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Derek G. Medina
210 East Fifth St, Port Angeles, WA, 98362
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Punctuality
Posted by Sean | October 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Staff Doesn't Care Stay Away
I made the mistake of hiring Derek Medena. He was terrible, my 1st hearing, nothing got accomplished. I should have cut my losses right there when all he did was stutter away, and literally helped the other party. (He did apologize for that) During the second hearing he told me to show up at the ...
Derek G Medina's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked on the other side of a number of cases with Derek Medina. I always smile when I find out he's on board. He's a good man who works hard for his clients. He keeps me on my toes."
"Derek Medina is a first class Family Law attorney who is dedicated to serving the needs of his clients and bringing order and guidance in what is oftentimes is one of the most difficult periods in individuals lives. From my personal observations, he is respected in the courts and very familiar with the day-to-day mechanics of our legal system. Moreover, he does not hesitate to challenge or back down from opposing counsels and works diligently not just for his clients, but with them."
"I have known Derek for several years and worked closely with him on various litigation matters and believe him to be an exceptional attorney and advocate for his clients. He has an uncanny way to simplify complex matters and he is excellent at truly caring for and guiding clients in their time of need. It takes a special kind of attorney to excel at Family Law and Derek has proven year after year that he deserves to be among Seattle's top Family Law Attorneys."
"Derek is a very good lawyer. I often seek Derek's opinion and expertise on difficult legal matters."
Experience
Honors
2002
King County Bar Association, Certificate of Volunteer for Neighborhood Legal Clinics
Work Experience
2000 - 2001
Associate, Law Office Of Barbara Varon
Associations
2012 - Present
Clallam County ProBono LawyersBoard Member
2012 - Present
Clallam County Bar AssociationPresident
2011 - Present
Clallam County Pro Bono LawyersVolunteer
2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Peninsula Dispute Resolution CenterBoard Member
2011 - 2012
Clallam County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect (2013)
2000 - 2007
American Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2006
King County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2010
Neighborhood Legal ClinicVolunteer Family Lawyer
Education
2000
University of Colorado School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1997
University of Colorado - Boulder
Bachelor of Arts
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