B. Derek Straatsma

managing partner | los angeles
t. 818.755-0444 | f. 818.755.0434

B. Derek Straatsma received his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1978 and his juris doctor from the University of West Los Angeles in 1981. Mr. Straatsma is a graduate of the TAP (Trial Attorney Program) Mr. Straatsma is experienced in the representation of both private and public entities in Workers’ Compensation, public agency tort liability. He also represents employers in disability retirement cases and Labor Code Section 132a, Serious and Willful Misconduct and subrogation matters. Mr. Straatsma has been a judge pro tem at the Los Angeles WCAB and has served as an Arbitrator for both the superior and municipal Courts.

In addition, Mr. Straatsma has significant experience in municipal law. He previously served as general counsel for the El Segundo Senior Housing Corporation Board and has previously served as City Attorney of Glendora and Deputy City Attorney for the City of Manhattan Beach. Mr. Straatsma is a former member of the Executive Committee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Workers’ Compensation Section, and a member of the State Bar of California. Mr. Straatsma is a Certified Workers’ Compensation Specialist.

• Undergraduate degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara

• Juris Doctor degree from the University of West Los Angeles

• Recognized Super Lawyer 2009 - 2024