Derek Martin is the driving force behind Driver Defense Team, the top-rated Illinois law firm for car crash injury cases, DUI defense, traffic tickets, and driver’s license reinstatements. Whether someone is hurt in a crash or facing charges after a traffic stop, Derek’s team is known as the go-to firm for any legal issue that starts behind the wheel. Born and raised in Chicago’s south suburbs, Derek worked full-time managing more than 50 employees at a major media company while attending Chicago-Kent College of Law at night. That early mix of leadership and work ethic still defines how the firm serves clients.