
Derek P. Wisehart
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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Visalia, CA in Visalia, CA
About Derek P. Wisehart
Derek P. Wisehart graduated from the University of Southern California (B.S., Business Administration, 1992) and proceeded to study law at Tulane Law School in New Orleans (J.D., 1995). Mr. Wisehart was a deputy district attorney in Fresno County for nearly six years, where he handled felony and specialty prosecutions and became a board-certified specialist in criminal law. With over 15 years trial experience, Mr. Wisehart handles criminal defense matters, advises local businesses that have been the victims of crime, handles both alcohol- and prescription medication-related DUI cases, and more. He is a member of the California Board of Legal Specialization. If you need assistance in criminal defense matters, DUI-related cases, juvenile cases and more, Derek P. Wisehart has the legal experience and skills to aggressively represent you. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Derek P. Wisehart included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Derek P. Wisehart Included on the 2026Northern California Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2023 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2022 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2020 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2019 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2018 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers list 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
- Tulane Law School, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1995
- J.D.
- Honors: Justice of the Moot Court Board
- Honors: Captain of the John Marshall National Moot Court Trial Team
- Honors: Certificate in Environmental Law
- Honors: The Order of Barristers
- Law Journal: Sports Lawyers' Journal, Executive Editor
Non Legal Education
- University of Southern California, 1992
- B.S.
- Major: Business Administration (Financing/Marketing)
Pro Bono Activities
- Visalia Downtown Rotary, Rotarian
Bar Admissions
- California
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
- Specialties and Certifications
- Criminal Law
Other Affiliations
- Fresno County Bar Association (Member)
- Tulare County Bar Association (Member)
- Tulare County Young Lawyers Association (Past President)
- USC Alumni Club of Central California (Board of Directors)
- California Board of Legal Specialization (Member)
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Derek P. Wisehart |
| Firm | Law Offices of Derek P. Wisehart |
| Address | 2330 W. Main St., Visalia, CA 93291 |
| Phone | 559-536-4213 |
| Phone | 844-930-3837 |
| Phone | 559-636-9476 |
| Website | www.dwisehartlaw.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |
| Consultation | ✓ Free initial consultation |