Industries

• Health Care Innovation

Practices

• Business & Commercial Litigation
  • White Collar Criminal Defense
• Data, Digital Assets & Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Biography

Derek is a trusted advocate for individuals, businesses, and public entities, providing comprehensive representation in high-stakes criminal and civil matters. With extensive experience in government investigations and regulatory enforcement, Derek offers strategic counsel to clients navigating complex legal challenges. Whether defending against allegations, ensuring compliance, or conducting internal investigations, Derek is known for his meticulous approach and results-oriented advocacy.

Over the course of his career, Derek has guided clients through investigations and proceedings involving numerous state and federal agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ); Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM); Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS); Internal Revenue Service (IRS); Department of Labor (DOL); Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC); Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA); U.S. Department of Defense (DOD); U.S. Postal Service (USPS); Food and Drug Administration (FDA); Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF); Federal Housing Administration (FHA); Federal Trade Commission (FTC); Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS); Office of Inspector General (OIG); Texas Attorney General; and Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). His ability to navigate multi-agency investigations and complex regulatory frameworks has earned him a reputation for delivering clear, effective strategies tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Derek’s practice spans a wide range of issues, including health care fraud, tax fraud, securities fraud, money laundering, public corruption, conspiracy, and commercial bribery. He has significant experience with critical statutes such as the False Claims Act (FCA), Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS), Stark Law, and the Texas Medicaid Fraud Statute (TMFS).

In addition to his regulatory and white-collar defense work, Derek is an accomplished civil litigator representing clients across industries such as financial services, oil and gas, healthcare, real estate, and technology. He has successfully handled complex commercial disputes involving breach of contract, fraud, business torts, and other high-stakes matters. Known for his strategic insights and unwavering commitment, Derek develops tailored strategies to achieve favorable outcomes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Derek’s technical acumen further sets him apart. He has extensive experience managing large-scale data preservation, review, and production during litigation and investigations. His ability to handle unstructured and voluminous data has been pivotal in uncovering critical evidence and crafting effective legal defenses. This investigative expertise enables him to deliver thorough and reliable results for his clients.

With a client-focused approach and a commitment to excellence, Derek provides legal representation that is both strategic and results-driven. Whether navigating regulatory challenges, resolving complex disputes, or defending against high-profile allegations, Derek is dedicated to helping his clients achieve their goals.