Atty. Thad W. Varner

Atty. Thad W. Varner

Thad serves as Practice Group Leader for the Public Finance, Tax Incentives and Credit Markets Group. His work has been concentrated in all roles of Public Finance since 1996.

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Profile Summary

About Thad W. Varner at a glance

Thad W. Varner is a business attorney based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, practicing at Butler Snow LLP. Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS) (2024). Serands clients in Ridgeland, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thad serves as Practice Group Leader for the Public Finance, Tax Incentives and Credit Markets Group
  • His work has been concentrated in all roles of Public Finance since 1996

Practice Areas Explained

Thad W. Varner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thad W. Varner 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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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 Ridgeland 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 Thad W. Varner

Where is Thad W. Varner's law office located?
Thad W. Varner's law practice is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The firm is Butler Snow LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thad W. Varner handle?
Thad W. Varner focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Thad W. Varner go to law school?
Thad W. Varner earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Thad W. Varner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thad W. Varner received?
Thad W. Varner's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS); Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS); Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS); Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1993

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Public Finance Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2013

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