Atty. George Thomas Shields

Atty. George Thomas Shields

George Thomas Shields is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil rights, criminal law - defense and 10 other areas of law. George received a degree from Vanderbilt Law School, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Greenville Greenville 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About George Thomas Shields at a glance

George Thomas Shields is a criminal defense, family law, litigation, civil rights, and elder law attorney based in Greenville, Mississippi. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1969). Educated at Vanderbilt Law School Tennessee College of Law (—). Serands clients in Greenville, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • George Thomas Shields is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil rights, criminal law - defense and 10 other areas of law
  • George received a degree from Vanderbilt Law School, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • George practices in Greenville, MS

Practice Areas Explained

George Thomas Shields's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Elder Law

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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 Greenville 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 George Thomas Shields

Where is George Thomas Shields's law office located?
George Thomas Shields's law practice is located in Greenville, Mississippi. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does George Thomas Shields handle?
George Thomas Shields focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has George Thomas Shields practiced law?
George Thomas Shields has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did George Thomas Shields go to law school?
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Education

Vanderbilt Law School Tennessee College of Law
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1969

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