Atty. William R Newman

Atty. William R Newman

William R Newman is a lawyer practicing trademark and copyright law, unfair competition law, business law. William received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Hattiesburg Hattiesburg 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About William R Newman at a glance

William R Newman is a Member based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, practicing at William R. Newman. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and business. Admitted to practice in Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and Supreme Court of Mississippi (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi (1989). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1989) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S., 1986). Active member of The Mississippi Bar Federal and American (Member, Section on Patent, Trademark and Copyright Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William R Newman is a lawyer practicing trademark and copyright law, unfair competition law, business law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at William R. Newman in Hattiesburg, MS

Practice Areas Explained

William R Newman's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Hattiesburg 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 R Newman

Where is William R Newman's law office located?
William R Newman's law practice is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The firm is William R. Newman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R Newman handle?
William R Newman focuses on trademark, copyright, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has William R Newman practiced law?
William R Newman has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William R Newman go to law school?
William R Newman earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact William R Newman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1989
B.S.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and Supreme Court of Mississippi
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
Admitted: 1989

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