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Michelle C. F. Derrico
Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico
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Biography
Michelle Derrico is a Roanoke criminal defense lawyer with years of experience defending clients against the Commonwealth. She has successfully represented clients accused of serious criminal charges such as murder and rape. At Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico, you will work directly with Michelle to ensure that your questions are answered and you know exactly how the criminal process works in southwest Virginia.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- White Collar Crime
- Appeals & Appellate
- Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- Juvenile Law
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Georgia
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- Virginia
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- 4th Circuit
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Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Managing Partner
- Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico
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Education
- The University of Georgia School of Law
- J.D. (1990) | Law
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- University System of Georgia - University of Georgia
- B.S. (1981) | Microbiology/Animal Science
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Awards
- BV Rated
- Martindale-Hubbell
- BV Rated
- Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Associations
- Virginia State Bar  # 34037
- Member
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Speaking Engagements
- Legal Writing, Virginia Western Community College
- Virginia Western Community College
Websites & Blogs
- Blog
- Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico
- Should You Testify at Your Criminal Case?
8 December 2020 - Roanoke Drug Arrests: Are You Eligible for Drug Court?
2 November 2020 - How Illegal Discharge of a Firearm Can Be Reduced or Dismissed in Virginia?
14 October 2020
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