Atty. James S Armstrong

Atty. James S Armstrong

James S Armstrong is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Ridgeland Ridgeland 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About James S Armstrong at a glance

James S Armstrong is a Member based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, practicing at Wells Marble & Hurst, PLLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1971) and U.S. Federal Courts (1971). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1973) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Taxation Committee, 1982-1984, Hinds County and American Bar Associations The Mississippi Bar. Serands clients in Ridgeland, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James S Armstrong is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • James practices at Wells Marble & Hurst, PLLC in Ridgeland, MS

Practice Areas Explained

James S Armstrong's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James S Armstrong is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Mississippi →

Probate

James S Armstrong is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Mississippi →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James S Armstrong is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James S Armstrong is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Ridgeland 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 S Armstrong

Where is James S Armstrong's law office located?
James S Armstrong's law practice is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The firm is Wells Marble & Hurst, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S Armstrong handle?
James S Armstrong focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has James S Armstrong practiced law?
James S Armstrong has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did James S Armstrong go to law school?
James S Armstrong earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James S Armstrong for a consultation?
You can contact James S Armstrong 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 S Armstrong received?
James S Armstrong's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1973
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Federal Courts
Admitted: 1971

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