Attorney

Wage & Hour

Derek started his time at Forester Haynie in the summer of 2022. In 2024, he successfully graduated from the Texas A&M University School of Law, achieving academic excellence by graduating Magna Cum Laude. He received concentrations in Alternative Dispute Resolution and Business Law, and was honored with induction into the esteemed Order of Barristers. Derek’s leadership skills were further demonstrated through his role as Executive Editor of the Texas A&M Law Review and his successful leadership of the Mock Trial team to second and third place finishes at national competitions. Additionally, he contributed as a teaching assistant in academic support, and legal research and writing department. During law school Derek was a board member of multiple student organizations, including the American Constitution Society, Speakers’ Bureau, Employment & Labor Law Student Association, and Board of Advocates. 

Outside of work, Derek enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters and is a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 

Admissions:

  • State of Texas

Education

Texas A&M University School of Law, Fort Worth, TX
– J.D., 2024

Valencia College, Orlando, FL
– B.A.S. Business and Organizational Leadership, 2019