Atty. Aileen S. Thomas

Atty. Aileen S. Thomas

Aileen Thomas is a partner in the Tax Practice Group and a member of the firm’s board of directors. Aileen is a nationally recognized finance attorney with a focus on New Markets Tax Credit transactions, Historic Tax Credit transactions, tax exempt bond transactions and other sophisticated debt financing transactions.

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Profile Summary

About Aileen S. Thomas at a glance

Aileen S. Thomas is a business attorney based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Jones Walker Llp. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, Mississippi. Educated at Mississippi College (JD, 1995) and Belhaven University (BA, 1991). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Jackson (MS) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026). Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Aileen Thomas is a partner in the Tax Practice Group and a member of the firm’s board of directors
  • Aileen is a nationally recognized finance attorney with a focus on New Markets Tax Credit transactions, Historic Tax Credit transactions, tax exempt bond transactions and other sophisticated debt financing transactions
  • Aileen’s clients include national, regional and community banks, underwriting firms, investment funds, community development entities and community development financial institutions
  • Aileen is a regular speaker at various national conferences, including the National Association of Bond Attorneys and tax credit conferences
  • She also served for many years as an adjunct professor at Mississippi College School of Law teaching Secured Transactions and Contract Drafting to second- and third-year law school students

Practice Areas Explained

Aileen S. Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Aileen S. Thomas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 Jackson 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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Common questions about Aileen S. Thomas

Where is Aileen S. Thomas's law office located?
Aileen S. Thomas's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Jones Walker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Aileen S. Thomas handle?
Aileen S. Thomas focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Aileen S. Thomas go to law school?
Aileen S. Thomas earned their education at (JD, 1995); (BA, 1991).
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What awards or recognition has Aileen S. Thomas received?
Aileen S. Thomas's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Jackson (MS); Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

JD
Mississippi College
- 1995
BA
Belhaven University
- 1991

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Finance
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, Mississippi

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