Atty. Scott James Hillery

Atty. Scott James Hillery

Scott James Hillery is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, estate planning, lawsuits & disputes and 8 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 2010, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Picayune Picayune 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott James Hillery at a glance

Scott James Hillery is an Attorney based in Picayune, Mississippi, practicing at Hillery Law Firm, PLLC. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2013). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 2013) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 2010). Serands clients in Picayune, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott James Hillery is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, estate planning, lawsuits & disputes and 8 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 2010, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Scott practices at Hillery Law Firm, PLLC in Picayune, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Scott James Hillery's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Contracts

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Scott James Hillery is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Mississippi →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Scott James Hillery is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Mississippi →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Scott James Hillery is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Picayune 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 Scott James Hillery

Where is Scott James Hillery's law office located?
Scott James Hillery's law practice is located in Picayune, Mississippi. The firm is Hillery Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott James Hillery handle?
Scott James Hillery focuses on wills, contracts, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Scott James Hillery practiced law?
Scott James Hillery has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Scott James Hillery go to law school?
Scott James Hillery earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A., 2010).
How can I contact Scott James Hillery for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 2013
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 2013

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