Atty. John C Wheeless, Jr.

Atty. John C Wheeless, Jr.

John C Wheeless, Jr. is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, banking law, corporations law and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Vicksburg Vicksburg 61 yrs experience 61 year
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About John C Wheeless, Jr. at a glance

John C Wheeless, Jr. is a business, bankruptcy, litigation, and agriculture attorney based in Vicksburg, Mississippi. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1965), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi (1965), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1965) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Vicksburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John C Wheeless, Jr. is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, banking law, corporations law and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • John practices in Vicksburg, MS

Practice Areas Explained

John C Wheeless, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C Wheeless, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Civil Litigation

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

John C Wheeless, Jr. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →

Agricultural Law

Agriculture attorneys for farm operations, ag finance, land use, water rights, and agribusiness.

John C Wheeless, Jr. is one of 4,793 agriculture attorneys indexed nationally. Browse agriculture 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 Vicksburg 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 John C Wheeless, Jr.

Where is John C Wheeless, Jr.'s law office located?
John C Wheeless, Jr.'s law practice is located in Vicksburg, Mississippi. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C Wheeless, Jr. handle?
John C Wheeless, Jr. focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John C Wheeless, Jr. practiced law?
John C Wheeless, Jr. has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did John C Wheeless, Jr. go to law school?
John C Wheeless, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact John C Wheeless, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John C Wheeless, Jr. received?
John C Wheeless, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1965
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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