Atty. John L. Maxey II
John L. Maxey’s extensive legal career reflects a commitment to justice, inspired by the courage of clients he represented in the civil rights movement.
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About John L. Maxey II at a glance
John L. Maxey II is an Of Counsel based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Maxey Wann, PLLC. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1968), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi (1968), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1969), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1973). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1968) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John L. Maxey’s extensive legal career reflects a commitment to justice, inspired by the courage of clients he represented in the civil rights movement
- His dedication to fairness has remained constant as his practice expanded to serve a diverse clientele, from individuals to small businesses and large corporations
- John earned both his undergraduate and law degrees from Ole Miss, where he published articles in the University of Mississippi Law Journal
- He has held leadership roles in numerous professional organizations, including Omicron Delta Kappa, Phi Delta Phi, the American Board of Trial Advocates, and the Mississippi Bar Association
- His clear, effective communication and strong analytical skills are well-regarded, earning him over 25 years of recognition in Best Lawyers in America and an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell
- Respected by his peers, John’s ethical approach and deep respect for the law have been hallmarks of his career
- He remains active in civil litigation and regulatory matters, with a focus on the health care industry while continuing to represent clients across various legal issues
Practice Areas Explained
John L. Maxey II's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John L. Maxey II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John L. Maxey II is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John L. Maxey II is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John L. Maxey II is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
John L. Maxey II is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Mississippi →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
John L. Maxey II is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Jackson 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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