Atty. James R Lockard

Atty. James R Lockard

James R Lockard is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy & debt, personal injury and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Biloxi Biloxi 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About James R Lockard at a glance

James R Lockard is an Associate based in Biloxi, Mississippi. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1971). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D. New, 1971) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1967). Active member of Harrison County, Hinds County and American (Member, Labor Relations Law Section) Bar Associations Mississippi State Bar. Serands clients in Biloxi, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James R Lockard is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy & debt, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • James practices in Biloxi, MS

Practice Areas Explained

James R Lockard's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James R Lockard is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

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

James R Lockard 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 Biloxi 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 R Lockard

Where is James R Lockard's law office located?
James R Lockard's law practice is located in Biloxi, Mississippi. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R Lockard handle?
James R Lockard focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James R Lockard practiced law?
James R Lockard has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did James R Lockard go to law school?
James R Lockard earned their education at (J.D. New, 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James R Lockard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. New
University of Mississippi
- 1971
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1971

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