Atty. James Murray Nix

Atty. James Murray Nix

Mr. James Murray Nix is a lawyer practicing oil and gas, real property, probate.

Jackson Jackson 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Murray Nix at a glance

James Murray Nix is a Member based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Jones and Nix, PLLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, real estate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1980), Mississippi (1981), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ala (1981). Educated at Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (J.D., 1980) and University of Montevallo (B.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alabama State Bar The Mississippi Bar Mississippi Oil and Gas Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Murray Nix is a lawyer practicing oil and gas, real property, probate
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Montevallo in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Jones and Nix, PLLC in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

James Murray Nix's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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 Murray Nix

Where is James Murray Nix's law office located?
James Murray Nix's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Jones and Nix, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Murray Nix handle?
James Murray Nix focuses on probate, real estate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James Murray Nix practiced law?
James Murray Nix has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Murray Nix go to law school?
James Murray Nix earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Murray Nix for a consultation?
You can contact James Murray Nix 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 Murray Nix received?
James Murray Nix's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law at Samford University
- 1980
B.B.A.
University of Montevallo
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1980
Mississippi
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ala
Admitted: 1981

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