Atty. Stephen H Oakes

Atty. Stephen H Oakes

Stephen H Oakes is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, corporate law, commercial law and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Madison Madison 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen H Oakes at a glance

Stephen H Oakes is a Member based in Madison, Mississippi, practicing at Stephen H. Oakes, Attorney at Law. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1995). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1994) and University of Mississippi (B.B.A., 1989). Active member of Hinds County and American Bar Association The Mississippi Bar Jackson Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Madison, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen H Oakes is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, corporate law, commercial law and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen H. Oakes, Attorney at Law in Madison, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen H Oakes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 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 Stephen H Oakes

Where is Stephen H Oakes's law office located?
Stephen H Oakes's law practice is located in Madison, Mississippi. The firm is Stephen H. Oakes, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen H Oakes handle?
Stephen H Oakes focuses on business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Stephen H Oakes practiced law?
Stephen H Oakes has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Stephen H Oakes go to law school?
Stephen H Oakes earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Stephen H Oakes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1994
B.B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1995

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