Atty. James M. Tyrone

Atty. James M. Tyrone

James M. Tyrone is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, occupational safety and health (osha), environmental and energy and 22 other areas of law.

Jackson Jackson 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Tyrone at a glance

James M. Tyrone is a Member based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Watkins & Eager. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2006). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (Juris Doctor, 2006) and University of Southern Mississippi (Bachelor, 2003). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Tyrone is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, occupational safety and health (osha), environmental and energy and 22 other areas of law
  • James M. received a Bachelor's Degree degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • James M. practices at Watkins & Eager in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Tyrone's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M. Tyrone 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James M. Tyrone is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James M. Tyrone is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Mississippi →

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 Jackson 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 M. Tyrone

Where is James M. Tyrone's law office located?
James M. Tyrone's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Watkins & Eager. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Tyrone handle?
James M. Tyrone focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James M. Tyrone practiced law?
James M. Tyrone has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did James M. Tyrone go to law school?
James M. Tyrone earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 2006); (Bachelor, 2003).
How can I contact James M. Tyrone for a consultation?
You can contact James M. Tyrone directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James M. Tyrone received?
James M. Tyrone's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Juris Doctor
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 2006
Bachelor
University of Southern Mississippi
- 2003

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 2006

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