Atty. Richard L. Yoder

Atty. Richard L. Yoder

Richard Yoder was born in Laurel, Miss. on September 15, 1948. He was admitted to the bar in 1977, Mississippi; 1978, U.S.

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Profile Summary

About Richard L. Yoder at a glance

Richard L. Yoder is a Member based in Laurel, Mississippi, practicing at Gilchrist Sumrall Yoder Yoder & Leggett, PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1977) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi (1978). Educated at Jackson School of Law at Mississippi College (J.D., 1977) and Mississippi State University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association Mississippi Bar Association Jones County Bar Association Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Mississippi School Board Association National Council of School Board Attorneys. Serands clients in Laurel, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Yoder was born in Laurel, Miss. on September 15, 1948
  • He was admitted to the bar in 1977, Mississippi
  • 1978, U.S
  • District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
  • He graduated from the Mississippi State University (B.A., 1971), and is a graduate of the Jackson School of Law at Mississippi College (J.D., 1977)
  • Mr. Yoder is a member of the Jones County Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Mississippi Bar Association as well as the Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association
  • Mr. Yoder also previously served as President of the Jones County Bar Association
  • In addition, Mr. Yoder was recently elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Mississippi School Board Association
  • Mr. Yoder and his wife, Debbie, are extremely active in First Baptist Church, as well as several civic and community organizations

Practice Areas Explained

Richard L. Yoder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard L. Yoder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Richard L. Yoder is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Mississippi →

Probate

Richard L. Yoder is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Mississippi →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Richard L. Yoder is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Mississippi →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Richard L. Yoder is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Laurel 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 Richard L. Yoder

Where is Richard L. Yoder's law office located?
Richard L. Yoder's law practice is located in Laurel, Mississippi. The firm is Gilchrist Sumrall Yoder Yoder & Leggett, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard L. Yoder handle?
Richard L. Yoder focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Richard L. Yoder practiced law?
Richard L. Yoder has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Richard L. Yoder go to law school?
Richard L. Yoder earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Richard L. Yoder for a consultation?
You can contact Richard L. Yoder 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 Richard L. Yoder received?
Richard L. Yoder's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Jackson School of Law at Mississippi College
- 1977
B.A.
Mississippi State University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1978

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