Derek R. McDonald is an attorney who represents clients in the Austin, Texas area. Derek McDonald is recognized by peers and was selected to Super Lawyers for 2004, 2010 - 2024. This selection is based off of an evaluation of 12 indicators including peer recognition and professional achievement in legal practice.Derek McDonald chose to pursue a career in law after completing undergraduate studies. He attended The University of Texas School of Law and graduated in 1992. Derek McDonald passed the bar exam and was admitted to legal practice in 1993.He represents clients with Environmental issues in Texas. He also represents clients with Administrative Law and Environmental Litigation issues.Being selected to Super Lawyers is limited to a small number of attorneys in each state. As one of the few attorneys to garner the distinction of Super Lawyers, Derek McDonald has earned the respect of peers as one of the top-rated attorneys in the nation.