Atty. James Edwin Smith, Jr.
James Edwin Smith, Jr. is a lawyer practicing real estate, products liability-plaintiff and defendant, family law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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About James Edwin Smith, Jr. at a glance
James Edwin Smith, Jr. is a Member based in Carthage, Mississippi, practicing at Smith & Smith. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1976). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1976) and University of Mississippi (B.B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Leake County and American Bar Associations Mississippi State Bar. Serands clients in Carthage, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Edwin Smith, Jr. is a lawyer practicing real estate, products liability-plaintiff and defendant, family law and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years
- James practices at Smith & Smith in Carthage, MS
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James Edwin Smith, Jr.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Edwin Smith, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Edwin Smith, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Edwin Smith, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Mississippi →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 Carthage 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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