Atty. Brooks Eason

Atty. Brooks Eason

Brooks Eason is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, employment and labor litigation, labor management relations and 3 other areas of law. Brooks received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Jackson Jackson 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (601) 368-6767

Profile Summary

About Brooks Eason at a glance

Brooks Eason is a Senior Counsel based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Watkins & Eager. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit U.S. District Courts for the Northern and So (1983). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brooks Eason is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, employment and labor litigation, labor management relations and 3 other areas of law
  • Brooks received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Brooks practices at Watkins & Eager in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Brooks Eason's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Brooks Eason is one of 151,622 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.

Brooks Eason is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Brooks Eason is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 venue, 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 Brooks Eason

Where is Brooks Eason's law office located?
Brooks Eason's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Watkins & Eager. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brooks Eason handle?
Brooks Eason focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Brooks Eason practiced law?
Brooks Eason has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Brooks Eason go to law school?
Brooks Eason earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Brooks Eason for a consultation?
You can contact Brooks Eason 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 Brooks Eason received?
Brooks Eason's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit U.S. District Courts for the Northern and So
Admitted: 1983

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