Atty. John W Christopher

Atty. John W Christopher

John W Christopher is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, probate. John received a B.A. degree from Mississippi State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Ridgeland Ridgeland 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John W Christopher at a glance

John W Christopher is a Member based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, practicing at Christopher & Ellis PLLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1970), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi (1970), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1975). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1970) and Mississippi State University (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Madison County Bar Association Mississippi State Bar Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1982-1984) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Ridgeland, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John W Christopher is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, probate
  • John received a B.A. degree from Mississippi State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices at Christopher & Ellis PLLC in Ridgeland, MS

Practice Areas Explained

John W Christopher's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W Christopher handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

John W Christopher is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Mississippi →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John W Christopher is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John W Christopher is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ridgeland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W Christopher

Where is John W Christopher's law office located?
John W Christopher's law practice is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The firm is Christopher & Ellis PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W Christopher handle?
John W Christopher focuses on probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John W Christopher practiced law?
John W Christopher has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John W Christopher go to law school?
John W Christopher earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact John W Christopher for a consultation?
You can contact John W Christopher directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John W Christopher received?
John W Christopher's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1970
B.A.
Mississippi State University
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983

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