Founder
Derrick Willis founded and built The Willis Law Office from the ground up. His extensive experience as a prosecutor and criminal defense attorney demonstrates his commitment and expertise in the field of law. His service as a Special Prosecutor across different Judicial Circuits further showcases his versatility and capability to handle a wide range of legal matters.
In addition to his criminal defense work — including jury trials ranging from misdemeanors to capital offenses — Derrick and his team have handled complex family law cases at the trial level and on appeal. Derrick has argued custody matters before the Kentucky Court of Appeals.
Derrick’s role as corporate counsel for Grayson Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation and the Olive Hill City Attorney underscores his ability to navigate legal matters of every scale — from the everyday concerns of individuals and families to the demands of corporations and municipalities. No case is too big or too small.
