Derriyell Roberts White

Derriyell Roberts White graduated from Louisiana State University with a B.A. in Political Science before receiving her J.D. from Loyola University, New Orleans College of Law. While in law school, Derriyell was appointed the Community Service Chairman and member of BLSA (Black Law Students Association), a member of the staff of Moot Court, and inducted into The Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society, Inc. While in law school, Derriyell clerked for both the Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Authority and The Federal Public Defenders Office.  As a law student, Derriyell received accolades, including the Pierre Mouledoux Professional Responsibility Award.

Derriyell has a strong advocacy background and began her work as an Assistant Attorney General at the Office of the Attorney General, the State of Texas after law school. As an Assistant Attorney General, she helped resolve hundreds of cases, received NITA-certified training (National Institute for Trial Advocacy), and gained excellent trial experience.

Derriyell is originally from New Orleans, LA and in her spare time enjoys cooking Cajun cuisine.