Derek S. Ethier Esq.

Biography

Derek Ethier is a dedicated associate attorney with over five years of experience as a licensed attorney. He brings a thoughtful, client-centered approach to a broad range of matters, with a primary focus on developing the firm’s real estate practice while also playing a key role in immigration, family law, personal injury, and business startup matters.

Derek is actively involved in the firm’s immigration and family-based practice, assisting clients with family petitions, adjustment of status, family reunification, and removal proceedings. He finds deep joy and gratitude in helping people during challenging times and is known for delivering calm, patient, and empathetic guidance to clients navigating emotionally difficult legal processes.

His main focus is building a seamless real estate practice. Derek guides clients through residential and commercial transactions, from contract review and title examinations to closings, with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to resolving issues efficiently. His goal is to make every transaction as smooth and hassle-free as possible, creating a true win-win-win outcome for buyers, sellers, and all parties involved.

In addition, Derek supports clients with personal injury cases (particularly motor vehicle accidents), business formation and startup guidance, and basic estate planning, including the preparation of simple wills. He is passionate about helping individuals and families protect what they’ve worked hard to build and take practical steps toward long-term stability.

Deeply involved in his community through volunteer work, Derek is committed to making quality legal services accessible and understandable. He takes the time to listen carefully, explain options clearly, and provide straightforward advice so clients feel confident and supported.
Whether handling a real estate closing, assisting with an immigration matter, resolving a personal injury claim, or helping launch a new business, Derek brings diligence, integrity, and genuine care to every case.

• Real Estate Law
  • Residential and Commercial Title Examinations
  • Closings
• Immigration Law
  • Family-Based Petitions
  • Removal Proceedings
  • Naturalization

• Rhode Island

• Roger Williams University School of Law, J.D.
• Rhode Island College, B.Ed., Secondary Education and Teaching