Atty. James K. Dukes
Phi Alpha Delta. County Prosecuting Attorney, 1964-1972.
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About James K. Dukes at a glance
James K. Dukes is a Member based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, practicing at Dukes Dukes & Hunter. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in United States District Court (1959), Mississippi (1959), and United States Court of Appeals (1964). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (B.L., 1959) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Central Mississippi Bar Association Mississippi State Bar (1959 to present) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Phi Alpha Delta
- County Prosecuting Attorney, 1964-1972
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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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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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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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 Hattiesburg 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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