Derek Mackay
About Derek Mackay
Derek Mackay is a lawyer based in Kansas City, MO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Derek Mackay is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Insurance
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Knight Nicastro MacKay LLC
Education: DePaul University, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Kansas City, MO
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