Atty. John D Smallwood

Atty. John D Smallwood

John D Smallwood is a lawyer practicing defense litigation, civil litigation, appellate practice and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Mississippi State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Hattiesburg Hattiesburg 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About John D Smallwood at a glance

John D Smallwood is a contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp attorney based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1994) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1994). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Mississippi State University (B.A. History, 1990). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John D Smallwood is a lawyer practicing defense litigation, civil litigation, appellate practice and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Mississippi State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices in Hattiesburg, MS

Practice Areas Explained

John D Smallwood's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John D Smallwood is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Mississippi →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John D Smallwood is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Hattiesburg 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 D Smallwood

Where is John D Smallwood's law office located?
John D Smallwood's law practice is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D Smallwood handle?
John D Smallwood focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John D Smallwood practiced law?
John D Smallwood has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John D Smallwood go to law school?
John D Smallwood earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. History, 1990).
How can I contact John D Smallwood for a consultation?
You can contact John D Smallwood 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 John D Smallwood received?
John D Smallwood's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1993
B.A. History
Mississippi State University
- 1990

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1994

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