Atty. Kay Barnes Baxter

Atty. Kay Barnes Baxter

Kay Barnes Baxter is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, toxic torts, products liability and 5 other areas of law. Kay received a B.A. degree from University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Jackson Jackson 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Kay Barnes Baxter at a glance

Kay Barnes Baxter is a Partner based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Cosmich, Simmons & Brown, PLLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1994), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1994), Arkansas (1995), and Mississippi (1997). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Arkansas at Little Rock (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kay Barnes Baxter is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, toxic torts, products liability and 5 other areas of law
  • Kay received a B.A. degree from University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Kay practices at Cosmich, Simmons & Brown, PLLC in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Kay Barnes Baxter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kay Barnes Baxter 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.

Kay Barnes Baxter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Construction Law

Kay Barnes Baxter is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Mississippi →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Kay Barnes Baxter is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Mississippi →

Product Liability

Kay Barnes Baxter is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

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

Kay Barnes Baxter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kay Barnes Baxter

Where is Kay Barnes Baxter's law office located?
Kay Barnes Baxter's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Cosmich, Simmons & Brown, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kay Barnes Baxter handle?
Kay Barnes Baxter focuses on personal injury, construction, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Kay Barnes Baxter practiced law?
Kay Barnes Baxter has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Kay Barnes Baxter go to law school?
Kay Barnes Baxter earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Kay Barnes Baxter for a consultation?
You can contact Kay Barnes Baxter 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 Kay Barnes Baxter received?
Kay Barnes Baxter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
Arkansas
Admitted: 1995
Mississippi
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
Admitted: 1997
Texas
Admitted: 2006

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