Atty. William A Hood

Atty. William A Hood

William A Hood is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, environmental law, government contracts and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Vicksburg Vicksburg 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About William A Hood at a glance

William A Hood is a Member based in Vicksburg, Mississippi, practicing at Hood Benoit & Pyle PLLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, real estate, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1979) and Louisiana (1999). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1974). Active member of Warren County, New Orleans, Louisiana State, Mississippi State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Vicksburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William A Hood is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, environmental law, government contracts and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices at Hood Benoit & Pyle PLLC in Vicksburg, MS

Practice Areas Explained

William A Hood's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Vicksburg 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 William A Hood

Where is William A Hood's law office located?
William A Hood's law practice is located in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The firm is Hood Benoit & Pyle PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A Hood handle?
William A Hood focuses on probate, medical malpractice, real estate, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has William A Hood practiced law?
William A Hood has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William A Hood go to law school?
William A Hood earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact William A Hood for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1979
Louisiana
Admitted: 1999

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