Atty. Milton Hobbs

Atty. Milton Hobbs

Milton “Dee” Hobbs is a native of Oxford, Mississippi , and his family has lived in the community for five generations. Based in the Oxford office of Harris Shelton PLLC , his practice centers on Real Estate Law as well as business and corporate matters .

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Profile Summary

About Milton Hobbs at a glance

Milton Hobbs is a real estate attorney based in Oxford, Mississippi, practicing at Harris Shelton PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association (2001) and Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar (2005). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D. Cum Laude, 2001) and University of Mississippi (M.A & B.A, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyer, 2009-2015 (2026). Serands clients in Oxford, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Milton “Dee” Hobbs is a native of Oxford, Mississippi, and his family has lived in the community for five generations
  • Based in the Oxford office of Harris Shelton PLLC, his practice centers on Real Estate Law as well as business and corporate matters
  • He works with individuals, developers, and businesses on residential and commercial real estate transactions, real estate development projects, and land use matters
  • Dee regularly assists clients with zoning, land use entitlements, commercial and residential development, and commercial condominium projects
  • His work includes advising businesses involved in retail, healthcare systems and physician practice groups, restaurants and bars, energy operations, recreation, timber, and mixed-use developments
  • He also handles contract negotiations in healthcare law and works with healthcare regulatory matters and related transactions
  • In addition, Dee manages real estate closings for commercial, recreational, and residential property purchases and sales
  • He serves as a title agent for Chicago Title Insurance Company and works to facilitate efficient and organized closings for buyers, sellers, and lenders
  • His broader business practice includes advising clients on a wide range of commercial transactions
  • Dee negotiates and helps close stock and asset purchases and sales, mergers, joint ventures, and technology licensing arrangements, assisting clients through each stage of the transaction process

Practice Areas Explained

Milton Hobbs's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Oxford 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 Milton Hobbs

Where is Milton Hobbs's law office located?
Milton Hobbs's law practice is located in Oxford, Mississippi. The firm is Harris Shelton PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Milton Hobbs handle?
Milton Hobbs focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Milton Hobbs practiced law?
Milton Hobbs has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Milton Hobbs go to law school?
Milton Hobbs earned their education at (J.D. Cum Laude, 2001); (M.A & B.A, 1998).
How can I contact Milton Hobbs for a consultation?
You can contact Milton Hobbs 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 Milton Hobbs received?
Milton Hobbs's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyer, 2009-2015; Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2009–2015; Best Lawyers in America — Mississippi Business Journal’s “Leaders in Law Award” as one of Mississippi’s leading business attorneys, 2014.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D. Cum Laude
University of Georgia
- 2001
M.A & B.A
University of Mississippi
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyer, 2009-2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2009–2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mississippi Business Journal’s “Leaders in Law Award” as one of Mississippi’s leading business attorneys, 2014
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association
Admitted: 2001
Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar
Admitted: 2005

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