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Justin J. Arenas

Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, PC β€’ Conway, SC
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Contact

Email
Policy@www.derricklawfirm
Phone
843-484-0668
Address
Conway, SC, 29526, US

Professional

Bar Admissions
South Carolina 2012 | U.S. District Court District of South Carolina 2014 | U.S. Supreme Court 2019 | U.S. Court of International Trade 2015

About

Justin J. Arenas is a skilled attorney based in Conway, South Carolina, with a focus on immigration and personal injury law. With over a decade of legal experience, Justin has dedicated his career to advocating for clients in both federal and state courts. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Charleston School of Law in 2012, following a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from The George Washington University in 2002. Originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Justin is fluent in Spanish, which enables him to effectively serve a diverse clientele. His legal journey began with a notable tenure at the S.C. Department of Health and Human Services, and he subsequently gained valuable experience at Richardson, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, where he played a crucial role in natural resource damages cases on behalf of the State of New Jersey, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Justin continued to build his reputation as a formidable advocate while serving as Special Counsel to the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico in significant groundwater contamination cases and representing the State of New Jersey in lawsuits related to PFAS contamination. In addition to his work at the Law Offices of John K. Dema, P.C., Justin has maintained a private practice focusing on personal injury and criminal defense. Passionate about giving back to the community, Justin volunteers with the South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center on immigration matters and is an active member of the Charleston Inshore Anglers and the James L. Petigru American Inn of Court. He is also a devoted member of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity in Charleston, South Carolina. Justin approaches each case with a commitment to treating every client as if they are his only client, ensuring personalized and dedicated legal representation.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
Charleston School of Law, Charleston, South Carolina, 2012 | J.D. | The George Washington University, Washington DC, District of Columbia, 2002 | B.A. | Major: Environmental Studies

Recognition & Involvement

Associations
Charleston County Bar | South Carolina Association for Justice | American Association for Justice | Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys | James L. Petigru American Inn of Court, Member
Updated: Mar 21, 2026