Derick Kalt
About Derick Kalt
Derick Kalt is a legal intern with a diverse background in healthcare and law, currently working at Dickinson Wright in Chicago, Illinois. He has a strong interest in labor and employment law, employee benefits, commercial litigation, and immigration law, and previously held various roles in medical technology and laboratory management.
Work at Dickinson Wright
Derick Kalt currently serves as a Legal Intern at Dickinson Wright in Chicago, Illinois. He has been in this role since 2023, contributing to various legal projects and gaining practical experience in the legal field. His position allows him to apply his academic knowledge in a professional environment while developing skills relevant to his interests in labor and employment law, employee benefits, commercial litigation, and immigration law.
Education and Expertise
Derick Kalt is pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, expected to be completed in 2025. His educational background includes a Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Laboratory Management from Rush University, a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Clinical Laboratory Science from The University of Texas at El Paso, and an Associate’s Degree in Biological Sciences and General Studies from El Paso Community College. This diverse educational foundation supports his strong interest in various legal areas.
Background in Healthcare
Derick Kalt has a significant background in healthcare, having worked in various roles within the medical field. His experience includes positions as a Medical Technologist and Laboratory Supervisor at Rush University Medical Center and UChicago Medicine, as well as roles as a Medical Laboratory Scientist at Tenet Healthcare and Northwestern Medicine. He has supervised numerous employees, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and leading quality assurance programs, which provides him with a unique perspective in his legal career.
Previous Legal Experience
In 2023, Derick Kalt worked as a Summer Legal Extern at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Chicago, Illinois, for three months. This role allowed him to gain valuable insights into legal processes and regulations, further enhancing his understanding of the legal landscape. His externship experience complements his current internship at Dickinson Wright, where he continues to build on his legal knowledge and skills.