Atty. Shirley Payne

Atty. Shirley Payne

Shirley Payne is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil rights/labor litigation, disability litigation and 3 other areas of law. Shirley received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Madison Madison 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Shirley Payne at a glance

Shirley Payne is a Member based in Madison, Mississippi, practicing at Horn & Payne, PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, ssd, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1977). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D. Philosophy, 1977) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (A.B. Philosophy, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Mississippi Bar Association. Serands clients in Madison, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Shirley Payne is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil rights/labor litigation, disability litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Shirley received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Shirley practices at Horn & Payne, PLLC in Madison, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Shirley Payne's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Shirley Payne is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Shirley Payne is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Shirley Payne is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Shirley Payne is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Shirley Payne is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Madison 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 Shirley Payne

Where is Shirley Payne's law office located?
Shirley Payne's law practice is located in Madison, Mississippi. The firm is Horn & Payne, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shirley Payne handle?
Shirley Payne focuses on personal injury, business, ssd, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Shirley Payne practiced law?
Shirley Payne has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Shirley Payne go to law school?
Shirley Payne earned their education at (J.D. Philosophy, 1977); (A.B. Philosophy, 1973).
How can I contact Shirley Payne for a consultation?
You can contact Shirley Payne 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 Shirley Payne received?
Shirley Payne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Philosophy
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1977
A.B. Philosophy
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1977

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