Atty. James Matthew Simpson

Atty. James Matthew Simpson

James Matthew Simpson is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, various types of civil litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Furman University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Matthew Simpson at a glance

James Matthew Simpson is a Partner based in Oxford, Mississippi, practicing at Simpson & Lillie, PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1991), Arkansas (2006), Mississippi (2011), and New York United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States Court of Appeals for the (2012). Educated at University of Memphis School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Furman University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Oxford, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Matthew Simpson is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, various types of civil litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Furman University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Simpson & Lillie, PLLC in Oxford, MS

Practice Areas Explained

James Matthew Simpson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James Matthew Simpson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Matthew Simpson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Oxford 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 Matthew Simpson

Where is James Matthew Simpson's law office located?
James Matthew Simpson's law practice is located in Oxford, Mississippi. The firm is Simpson & Lillie, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Matthew Simpson handle?
James Matthew Simpson focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James Matthew Simpson practiced law?
James Matthew Simpson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Matthew Simpson go to law school?
James Matthew Simpson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James Matthew Simpson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Matthew Simpson received?
James Matthew Simpson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis School of Law
- 1991
B.A.
Furman University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1991
Arkansas
Admitted: 2006
Mississippi
Admitted: 2011
New York United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States Court of Appeals for the
Admitted: 2012

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