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.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI
Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
CERTIFIED LEGAL SPECIALTIES
Criminal Law
BAR ADMISSIONS
California
U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
EDUCATION
Tulane Law School, New Orleans, Louisiana
J.D. - 1995
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
University of Southern California
B.S. - 1992
Major: Business Administration (Financing/Marketing)
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
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
PRO BONO ACTIVITIES
Visalia Downtown Rotary, Rotarian
