Atty. Jerry B Read
Jerry B Read is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime law, personal injury. Jerry received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Admiralty/Maritime Law & More Attorney · Serving Gulfport, MS · 49+ Years Experience
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About Jerry B Read at a Glance
Jerry B Read is a personal injury and maritime attorney based in Gulfport, Mississippi. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (Inactive) (1977) and Louisiana (1986). Educated at Tulane University (LL.M. Admiralty, 1986) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1972). Serves clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jerry B Read
- Jerry B Read is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime law, personal injury
- Jerry received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Jerry practices in Gulfport, MS
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Jerry B Read's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerry B Read handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Gulfport.
Personal Injury in Gulfport
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.
Jerry B Read is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Gulfport
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Jerry B Read is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Mississippi →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Gulfport
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 Gulfport 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 venue, 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.
Gulfport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Gulfport-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Gulfport Choose Jerry B Read
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jerry B Read's practice in the field of personal injury and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jerry B Read brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Mississippi (Inactive) and Louisiana, Jerry B Read can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and maritime, Jerry B Read can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Gulfport
A Gulfport-based practice means Jerry B Read attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jerry B Read Handles in Gulfport
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jerry B Read has experience with under Mississippi law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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