Atty. Joseph Lea Ward

Atty. Joseph Lea Ward

Joseph Lea Ward is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, wills and 1 other area of law. Joseph received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1939, and has been licensed for 84 years.

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About Joseph Lea Ward at a glance

Joseph Lea Ward is a Member based in Biloxi, Mississippi, practicing at Joseph L. Ward, Attorney at Law. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1942), District of Columbia (1946), and Mississippi (1971). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1942) and Georgetown University (B.S., 1939). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Biloxi and Harrison County Bar Associations Mississippi State Bar Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Biloxi, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Lea Ward is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, wills and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1939, and has been licensed for 84 years
  • Joseph practices at Joseph L. Ward, Attorney at Law in Biloxi, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Lea Ward's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Lea Ward handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Joseph Lea Ward is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Mississippi →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Joseph Lea Ward is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Joseph Lea Ward is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joseph Lea Ward is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Biloxi 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 Joseph Lea Ward

Where is Joseph Lea Ward's law office located?
Joseph Lea Ward's law practice is located in Biloxi, Mississippi. The firm is Joseph L. Ward, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Lea Ward handle?
Joseph Lea Ward focuses on wills, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Joseph Lea Ward go to law school?
Joseph Lea Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1942); (B.S., 1939).
How can I contact Joseph Lea Ward for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Lea Ward 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 Joseph Lea Ward received?
Joseph Lea Ward's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1942
B.S.
Georgetown University
- 1939

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1942
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1946
Mississippi
Admitted: 1971

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