Zachary Derr

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Fears Law PLLC

Zachary Derr

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Licensed in

Oklahoma

Practice areas

Estate Planning, Family & Personal

About

Hi, I’m Zach. I take pride in explaining technical legal concepts in ways ordinary people can understand. I assist clients in Utah with wills and trusts, Medicaid and VA benefit planning. I also help families navigate the probate process.

I enjoy helping clients qualify for VA and Medicaid benefits to help pay for the high cost of long-term care. My favorite client was my own grandfather, a World War II Navy veteran who ran a local grocery store and had a modest retirement. He was so happy to qualify for VA benefits.

Clients can expect me to return their phone calls and explain things in a way they can understand.

Why practice law

I enjoy simplifying the law for people and returning their phone calls.

Fun fact

As a child, I played at the home of Audrey Hepburn. I enjoy hiking, skiing and camping in the beautiful mountains of Utah with my wife, four children and bulldog named Sophie.

Professional background

Education

  • The George Washington University Law School
    J.D. in Law, 2009
  • Brigham Young University
    B.A. in Political Science, 2003

Experience

  • Fears Law PLLC Of Counsel
    2023 - Present
  • Foxhall Legal, LC Managing Member
     
  • State of Utah, Governor’s Office of Economic Development Staff Attorney
    2011 - 2013
     
  • Ford & Huff, LC Associate Attorney
    2009 - 2010
  • U.S. Department of Justice Legal Extern
    2007
  • U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Summer Honors Program
    2007
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