Atty. Don H. Goode

Atty. Don H. Goode

Don H. Goode is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.

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Profile Summary

About Don H. Goode at a glance

Don H. Goode is a trusts, employment, and tax attorney based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, practicing at Young Wells Williams PA. Educated at University of Florida (—, 1977). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Ridgeland, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Don H. Goode is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates
  • Don H., who practices law in Ridgeland, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2010
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Don H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Don H. Goode's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Don H. Goode is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Mississippi →

Employment Law

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

Don H. Goode is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Don H. Goode is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Don H. Goode

Where is Don H. Goode's law office located?
Don H. Goode's law practice is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The firm is Young Wells Williams PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Don H. Goode handle?
Don H. Goode focuses on trusts, employment, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Don H. Goode go to law school?
Don H. Goode earned their education at (—, 1977).
How can I contact Don H. Goode for a consultation?
You can contact Don H. Goode 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 Don H. Goode received?
Don H. Goode's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS); Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS).

Education

University of Florida
- 1977

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2014
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2012

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