Atty. David O. Butts

Atty. David O. Butts

David O. Butts is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law.

Tupelo Tupelo 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About David O. Butts at a glance

David O. Butts is a Member based in Tupelo, Mississippi, practicing at David O. Butts, Attorney at Law. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1977). Educated at University of Mississippi Law School (J.D., 1974) and University of Mississippi (B.A. English, 1971). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Lee County Bar Association. Serands clients in Tupelo, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David O. Butts is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • David practices at David O. Butts, Attorney at Law in Tupelo, MS

Practice Areas Explained

David O. Butts's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

David O. Butts is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Mississippi →

Probate

David O. Butts 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.

David O. Butts is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David O. Butts is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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.

David O. Butts is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Tupelo 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 David O. Butts

Where is David O. Butts's law office located?
David O. Butts's law practice is located in Tupelo, Mississippi. The firm is David O. Butts, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David O. Butts handle?
David O. Butts focuses on divorce, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has David O. Butts practiced law?
David O. Butts has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David O. Butts go to law school?
David O. Butts earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. English, 1971).
How can I contact David O. Butts for a consultation?
You can contact David O. Butts 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 David O. Butts received?
David O. Butts's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi Law School
- 1974
B.A. English
University of Mississippi
- 1971

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1977

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