Senior Crown Court Litigator

Derik began working in Criminal Defence in 1989 and completed the Police Station Accreditation in 1998 shortly after its introduction, having already represented clients at the police station for 10 years. With over 30 years’ experience within the profession, Derik is well-versed in representing those who are arrested or facing prosecution.

Legal Area of Expertise

• Criminal Law

Qualifications

• Police Station Accreditation (1998)
• Over 30 years’ practice in Criminal Defence since 1989

Specialist Areas

• Criminal Defence

Expertise

• With over 30 years’ experience within the profession, Derik is well-versed in representing those who are arrested or facing prosecution.
• He is instructed across the entire spectrum of criminal offences and is often recommended to cases by other solicitors, barristers and fellow professionals who regard him as a safe pair of hands.

Why Clients Choose Derik Lamont

• Noted for his organisational approach and attention to detail, he has been involved in a number of high-profile cases attracting both local and national press interest.
• He is well respected within the profession and has a close working relationship with many of the country’s leading barristers.
• His no-nonsense approach and ability to identify the issues in a case and address them head-on, coupled with having a real rapport with clients, make him the go-to person if you find yourself arrested, under investigation or before the courts facing prosecution.

Strategic Approach

Derik is known for his organisational approach and attention to detail, enabling him to quickly identify the issues in a case and address them head-on. His straightforward manner, strong rapport with clients, and ability to work closely with leading barristers underpin his proactive approach to criminal defence.

Other Interests

Derik is the Vice President of Rayleigh Town Football Club, who play at step 6 of the football pyramid in the Eastern Counties League, and has been a lifelong follower of Manchester City, whom he has supported for over 50 years (please do not hold it against him!). He can also be seen on an Essex golf course when he has time to fit this into a busy home life.

Social Profile

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derik-lamont-8412b7272/