Atty. James D. Franks
James D. Franks practices at Law Offices of James D.
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James D. Franks is a Managing Partner based in Hernando, Mississippi, practicing at Law Offices of James D. Franks. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, traffic, and probation. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (1987). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Mississippi Bar. Serands clients in Hernando, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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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 Hernando 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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