Decatur, Texas, March 2, 2026 – Derrick Boyd has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America.

The induction ceremony at which Boyd became a Fellow took place recently before an audience of approximately 500 during the recent Spring Meeting of the College in La Quinta, California.

Founded in 1950, the College is the American College of Trial Lawyers is widely recognized as the preeminent organization of trial lawyers in North America, composed of the best of the trial bar from the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Fellowship is extended by invitation only, following a rigorous investigation process, to experienced trial lawyers who have demonstrated the highest standards of trial advocacy, ethical conduct, professionalism, civility, and collegiality. Candidates must have at least fifteen years of trial experience before consideration for Fellowship.

The American College of Trial Lawyers strives to preserve and enhance trial practice, civility, professionalism, and the administration of justice through support of an independent judiciary, the rule of law, trial by jury, and access to justice.

Boyd is a partner in the firm of Boyd, Powers and Williamson and has been practicing in this city for more than 30 years. The newly inducted Fellow is graduate of the University of Texas School of Law.