Atty. William Oscar Townsend
William Oscar Townsend is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, general practice. William received a B.A. degree from Mississippi State University, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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William Oscar Townsend is a Member based in Brandon, Mississippi, practicing at William O. Townsend Attorney at Law. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1973). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law J.D. (—) and Mississippi State University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Brandon, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Oscar Townsend is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, general practice
- William received a B.A. degree from Mississippi State University, and has been licensed for 53 years
- William practices at William O. Townsend Attorney at Law in Brandon, MS
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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 Brandon 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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