About

Derek Thomas Howard is a seasoned attorney based in Bloomfield Hills, specializing in adoption, class actions, and general practice. With a robust legal background spanning over fourteen years as a Judicial Staff Attorney in the Oakland County Circuit Court, Derek has cultivated a deep understanding of various legal disciplines. His experience encompasses business law, complex commercial litigation, mergers and acquisitions, contract law, general civil matters, criminal law, appellate cases, family law, and juvenile delinquency. This diverse expertise allows him to provide comprehensive legal guidance to both individual and business clients. Derek's professional approach is characterized by his understanding and compassion, ensuring that his clients feel supported throughout their legal journeys. He is committed to helping them achieve their objectives both expeditiously and efficiently. In addition to his legal practice, Derek has served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School since 2007, where he teaches legal research and writing. This role reflects his dedication to educating the next generation of legal professionals. Further enhancing his credentials, Derek has completed 48 hours of SCAO-approved general civil mediation training and frequently acts as a facilitator and mediator, aiding in the resolution of disputes with a focus on amicable outcomes. He is an active member of the Oakland County Bar Association, where he contributes to the Business Court and Counsel Committee as well as the Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee. Through his extensive experience and commitment to service, Derek Thomas Howard continues to make a meaningful impact in the legal community and beyond.

Credentials

Recognition & Involvement

Related Legal Services

Other Business Attorneys in Bloomfield Hills, MI