Atty. James D. Franks

Atty. James D. Franks

James D. Franks practices at Law Offices of James D.

Hernando Hernando 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James D. Franks at a glance

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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Practice Areas Explained

James D. Franks's Areas of Practice

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

Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Traffic Violations

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Probation & Parole

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James D. Franks

Where is James D. Franks's law office located?
James D. Franks's law practice is located in Hernando, Mississippi. The firm is Law Offices of James D. Franks. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Franks handle?
James D. Franks focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, traffic, probation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James D. Franks practiced law?
James D. Franks has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James D. Franks go to law school?
James D. Franks earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James D. Franks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James D. Franks received?
James D. Franks's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1987

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