Derrick Price, Energy Attorney in Austin, Texas
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Derrick Price is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Energy. Currently practicing at McGinnis Lochridge.
- Based in
- Austin, TEXAS
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- Known for
- Energy
- Handles Energy matters from Austin, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law (2026).
About Derrick Price: Derrick Price is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Energy. Currently practicing at McGinnis Lochridge.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Derrick takes on
Derrick concentrates on energy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Derrick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy cases in Austin, Texas
Derrick takes energy matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Derrick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Derrick Price — energy lawyer in Austin
Derrick Price is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Energy. Currently practicing at McGinnis Lochridge.
Derrick Price is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Oil and Gas Law.
Derrick, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Derrick is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Derrick's approach to energy cases
Derrick Price is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Oil and Gas Law. Derrick, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Derrick is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Clients Derrick works with
Derrick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 2003
Derrick studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center.
Law school and academic background
Derrick completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Derrick runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Derrick has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law (2026).
Locations
Derrick Price's office in Austin
Derrick's primary office is at 1111 West 6th, Building B, Suite 400, Austin, Texas, 78703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McGinnis Lochridge
1111 West 6th, Building B, Suite 400
Austin, Texas 78703
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How to hire Derrick Price — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Derrick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Derrick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Derrick's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Derrick will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Derrick
Derrick discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Derrick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Derrick's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Derrick Price
How much does it cost to hire Derrick for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Derrick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Derrick offer a free consultation?
Derrick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Derrick's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Derrick's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Texas typically take?
Simple energy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Derrick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Derrick take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Derrick is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Derrick will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Derrick?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Derrick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Derrick accepting new energy clients right now?
Derrick's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Energy attorneys serving Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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