Atty. Richard L. Yoder
Richard Yoder was born in Laurel, Miss. on September 15, 1948. He was admitted to the bar in 1977, Mississippi; 1978, U.S.
Banking Law & More Attorney · Serving Laurel, MS · 49+ Years Experience
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About Richard L. Yoder at a Glance
Richard L. Yoder is a Member based in Laurel, Mississippi, practicing at Gilchrist Sumrall Yoder Yoder & Leggett, PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1977) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi (1978). Educated at Jackson School of Law at Mississippi College (J.D., 1977) and Mississippi State University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association Mississippi Bar Association Jones County Bar Association Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Mississippi School Board Association National Council of School Board Attorneys. Serves clients in Laurel, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard L. Yoder
- Richard Yoder was born in Laurel, Miss. on September 15, 1948
- He was admitted to the bar in 1977, Mississippi
- 1978, U.S
- District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
- He graduated from the Mississippi State University (B.A., 1971), and is a graduate of the Jackson School of Law at Mississippi College (J.D., 1977)
- Mr. Yoder is a member of the Jones County Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Mississippi Bar Association as well as the Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association
- Mr. Yoder also previously served as President of the Jones County Bar Association
- In addition, Mr. Yoder was recently elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Mississippi School Board Association
- Mr. Yoder and his wife, Debbie, are extremely active in First Baptist Church, as well as several civic and community organizations
Practice Areas Explained
Richard L. Yoder's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard L. Yoder handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Laurel.
Wills in Laurel
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Probate in Laurel
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Estate Planning & Probate in Laurel
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Employment Law in Laurel
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Richard L. Yoder is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →
Business & Corporate Law in Laurel
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard L. Yoder is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Laurel
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 Laurel 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.
Laurel Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Laurel-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 Laurel Choose Richard L. Yoder
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 Richard L. Yoder's practice in the field of wills, probate, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard L. Yoder brings 49+ 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 U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi, Richard L. Yoder can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, probate, and estate planning, Richard L. Yoder can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Laurel
A Laurel-based practice means Richard L. Yoder 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 Richard L. Yoder Handles in Laurel
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