Atty. John F Hester

Atty. John F Hester

John F Hester is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, personal injury law, social security disability law and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of North Alabama in 1960, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Gulfport Gulfport 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About John F Hester at a glance

John F Hester is a Principal based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at John F. Hester. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1967). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1967) and University of North Alabama (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John F Hester is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, personal injury law, social security disability law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of North Alabama in 1960, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at John F. Hester in Gulfport, MS

Practice Areas Explained

John F Hester's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John F Hester 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.

John F Hester is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 F Hester is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Mississippi →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

John F Hester is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 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 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 F Hester

Where is John F Hester's law office located?
John F Hester's law practice is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. The firm is John F. Hester. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John F Hester handle?
John F Hester focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John F Hester practiced law?
John F Hester has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John F Hester go to law school?
John F Hester earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1960).
How can I contact John F Hester for a consultation?
You can contact John F Hester 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 F Hester received?
John F Hester's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1967
B.A.
University of North Alabama
- 1960

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1967

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