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Atty. Robert H. Compton

Atty. Robert H. Compton

Mr. Robert Compton was Born in Meridian, Mississippi, April 8, 1953.

Meridian Meridian 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (601) 693-6466

Profile Summary

About Robert H. Compton at a glance

Robert H. Compton is a Member based in Meridian, Mississippi, practforg at Witherspoon & Compton. They haand 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1978). Educated at Mississippi College (J.D., 1978) and Meridian Community College (A.A. Mississippi, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Lauderdale County (President, 1988-1989), Federal and American Bar Associations The Mississippi Bar (Member, Board of Bar Commissioners, 10th Circuit Court District, 1997-2000) Mississippi Bankruptcy Conference Commercial Law League of America. Serands clients in Meridian, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert Compton was Born in Meridian, Mississippi, April 8, 1953
  • He was Admitted to the bar, 1978, Mississippi, and elected Lauderdale County Prosecuting Attorney, serving from January, 1980 through December, 2003
  • Mr. Compton was also one of the original incorporators of Lauderdale County Habitat for Humanity, Inc., and attorney for the Board of Directors since 1989

Reported Cases

  • Board of Educ. of Calhoun County v
  • Warner, 853 So.2d 1159 (Miss. 2003)
  • Quitman Consolidated School District v
  • Enterprise School District, et al., 105 F.Supp.2d 545 (S.D Miss. 1999), Affirmed 226 F.3d 642, 148 Ed
  • Law Rep. 602 (5th Cir
  • July 11, 2000)
  • Hall v
  • Dillard, 739 So.2d 383 (Ct
  • App
  • Miss. 1999)
  • Broadhead v
  • Bonita Lakes Mall, Limited Partnership, 702 So.2d 92 (Miss. 1997)
  • Brown v
  • Winn-Dixie Montgomery, Inc., 669 So.2d 92 (Miss. 1996)
  • Lauderdale County School District v
  • Enterprise School District, et al., 24 F.3d 671 (5th Cir. 1994)
  • Austin Development Co. & Eastover Bank for Savings v
  • Sowashee Venture v
  • Austin Development, 19 F.3d 1077 (5th Cir. 1994)
  • Estate of Otho Brown v
  • Lauderdale County School District, 624 So.2d 77 (Miss. 1993)
  • Null v
  • Buntyn, 553 So.2d 29 (Miss. 1989)

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

Practforg law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Meridian 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 substantiand 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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Where is Robert H. Compton's law office located?
Robert H. Compton's law practice is located in Meridian, Mississippi. The firm is Witherspoon & Compton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert H. Compton practiced law?
Robert H. Compton has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Robert H. Compton go to law school?
Robert H. Compton earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.A. Mississippi, 1973).
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What awards or recognition has Robert H. Compton receiandd?
Robert H. Compton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mississippi College
- 1978
A.A. Mississippi
Meridian Community College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1978

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