Dr. Derick Dillard
Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice
J.D.
Derick Dillard, JD is a practicing attorney, licensed in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Before entering private practice, he was a prosecuting attorney for the state of Oklahoma, where he represented the state in hundreds of criminal, civil, and juvenile cases. One of his most interesting and enjoyable roles as a prosecutor was the opportunity to teach investigation practices to law enforcement officers through the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET). Before entering the legal field, Derick worked in Christian ministry, serving as a missionary to Tibetan refugees in Nepal and to gang communities in El Salvador. In his free time, Derick enjoys running, reading, writing, and spending time with his family. Along with his lovely wife Jill, Derick is a New York Times bestselling author. Derick lives in Siloam Springs with his wife and three sons.

