About Derek
Derek P. Ruzicka: Experienced Trial Lawyer in Construction, Insurance and Complex Litigation Matters in St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Derek P. Ruzicka is a highly skilled trial lawyer with extensive experience handling a diverse range of cases across various complex litigation areas. His practice encompasses construction law, insurance matters, mass tort litigation/class actions as defendants, and product liability, among others. With an emphasis on complex litigation, Derek has handled numerous challenging cases in venues such as the City of St. Louis, Missouri; Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois; and federal courts in East St. Louis and St. Louis.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Education & Credentials
Derek P. Ruzicka holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Southern Illinois University and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Valparaiso University.
- Bar Admissions: State Bar of Missouri, United States
Awards & Recognitions
Derek P. Ruzicka has been recognized by Best Lawyers in the following practice areas:
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions as Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation as Defendants
Firms
Derek P. Ruzicka is associated with Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.
Affiliations
- Missouri Bar Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
Languages
Derek P. Ruzicka is fluent in English.
Recognized Since
Derek P. Ruzicka has been recognized as a Super Lawyer since 2023 and was first recognized by Best Lawyers in the following practice areas:
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions as Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation as Defendants
Derek P. Ruzicka is based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
