Atty. Michael Thomas Jaques
Michael Thomas Jaques is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Millsaps College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Ridgeland, MS · 36+ Years Experience
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About Michael Thomas Jaques at a Glance
Michael Thomas Jaques is a Partner based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, practicing at Simmons Dallas. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1990) and Louisiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Northern Distri (1991). Educated at Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University (J.D., 1990) and Millsaps College (B.B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hinds County Bar Association Madison County Bar Association The Mississippi Bar. Serves clients in Ridgeland, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Thomas Jaques
- Michael Thomas Jaques is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Millsaps College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Michael practices at Simmons Dallas in Ridgeland, MS
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Thomas Jaques's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Thomas Jaques handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ridgeland.
Car Accidents in Ridgeland
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Thomas Jaques is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Mississippi →
Medical Malpractice in Ridgeland
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Michael Thomas Jaques is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Mississippi →
Personal Injury in Ridgeland
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.
Michael Thomas Jaques is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →
Employment Law in Ridgeland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Thomas Jaques is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →
Business & Corporate Law in Ridgeland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Thomas Jaques is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ridgeland
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 Ridgeland 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 venue, 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.
Ridgeland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ridgeland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ridgeland Choose Michael Thomas Jaques
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Thomas Jaques's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Thomas Jaques brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Mississippi and Louisiana U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Northern Distri, Michael Thomas Jaques can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and personal injury, Michael Thomas Jaques can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ridgeland
A Ridgeland-based practice means Michael Thomas Jaques attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Thomas Jaques Handles in Ridgeland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Thomas Jaques has experience with under Mississippi law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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