Bellefontaine Lawyers

After graduating from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2006, Matt joined the law firm of Tannehill & Carmean, PLLC in Oxford. Matt's area of practice includes all matters relating to real estate, wills and estates, debt collection, and family law.

In November of 2013, Matt was voted one of Super Lawyer's Rising Stars of the Mid South.

While in law school, Matt clerked for two years with Hughes & Hitt, P.A., assisting with real estate loan closings. Matt also clerked with The Scruggs Law Firm, assisting with case research and drafting memorandums for mass tort litigation. In his last...

Born July 24, 1984 to the late Mr. Jesse Adams and Mrs. Viola Adams in Grenada, Ms. At the tender age of six, she knew that she wanted to be an attorney to make a difference in her community. She graduated with honors from the Grenada High School in 2002 and was inducted into the National Honor Society. Being a talented musician and avid learner, she continued her studies at the University of Memphis. At the University of Memphis, her honors entailed Dean's List, National Dean's List, Whoâs Who Among American College Students and has been nominated as a Candidate...

Heather D. Blansett grew up in Chickasaw County, Mississippi. She received a J.D. degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2015, and she was sworn in to practice law as a member of the Mississippi Bar in November of 2015. She enjoys practicing law in a variety of areas.

Jay is the founding partner of Hughes Brown, PLLC. He was raised in South Louisiana, and then served as an enlisted soldier in the U. S. Army and graduated from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana. He moved to Oxford in 1988 to attend law school and fell in love with Oxford, Ole Miss, and a girl from Natchez. He earned his law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 1991, with a semester spent at Downing College, Cambridge University, Cambridge, England. He married his college sweetheart, Cris, and they proudly continue to call Oxford...

David G. Hill is one of Mississippi's most experienced litigation lawyers. He has handled hundreds of cases before a judge and jury and has over 100 cases reported for record in official law books. David G. Hill believes that each and every person deserves a vigorous representation and has founded his practice on that principle.

Charles Bruce Brown is a third generation attorney who has been representing clients throughout Mississippi since 1990, in virtually all aspects of law. A graduate, with honors from Ole Miss, he is extremely knowledgeable in the law and aggressive in Court.

William T. Ashley, III, graduated cum laude from Birmingham-Southern College in 2005, with a Bachelor of Arts in English. In 2008, he earned his Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson, Mississippi. While in law school, Mr. Ashley received the Business Law Section of the Mississippi Bar Award, served on the Moot Court Board, and won the American Jurisprudence Award in Admiralty Law. Mr. Ashley began his career with an insurance defense firm in his hometown of Montgomery, Alabama in August 2008. While practicing in Alabama, Mr. Ashley tried numerous personal injury...

With over three decades of experience as appellate lawyer and federal prosecutor, Ted Cooperstein co-founded Clouthier Cooperstein, PLLC for those litigants on appeal in any US federal court or in the State of Mississippi. Ted's wide ranging experience and depth of practice speak for him as an appeals specialist. Trial lawyers hire Mr. Cooperstein, as a lawyer's lawyer, to advise and consult in their cases. His former role within multiple United States Attorney’s Offices bears witness to his legal prowess, having litigated numerous criminal and civil appeals across state and federal courts throughout the United States. His wealth...

John is a lifelong Mississippian from the Jackson area. In 2022, John co-founded Grant Legal Group, PA, with his wife, Brooke. He is the firm’s president. Before starting Grant Legal Group, John was an equity-owning member of Shows Law Firm PLLC. He also spent 8 years in public service as an attorney for the Mississippi Court of Appeals. As the Court of Appeals’ opinions editor, John worked on over 2,500 published opinions in various areas of the law—both civil and criminal. In private practice, John has successfully argued multiple appeals before the Mississippi Supreme Court and Court of Appeals....

As a local Mississippi tax law firm, we represent taxpayers throughout the State to resolve and settle their tax debt with the IRS and the Mississippi Department of Revenue.

Our clients include both individuals and businesses throughout the State. We can prepare and file any missing tax returns and work to resolve outstanding tax debt.

Some solutions may include the following: IRS Audit Defense, Tax Appeals, Payroll Tax Issues, Installment Agreements, Currently Non-Collectible, Penalty Abatement, Innocent Spouse, Wage Garnishments, Bank Levies, Tax Liens, and Offer in Compromise.

Hiten H. Patel is the Founder and Managing Attorney of HP Attorneys, PLLC, a North Mississippi law firm that practices Criminal Defense, Business Law, Personal Injury, Collections and other General Civil Litigation. Hiten has over ten years of experience in criminal and civil litigation, including trial experience in Mississippi and Alabama. Hiten graduated from Auburn University with a degree in political science, and attended Mississippi College School of Law for law school.

Mr. Rollins focuses his law practice on Consumer Bankruptcy Law. He received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Mississippi College School of Law and was the recipient of the Regions Bank Award together with American Jurisprudence Awards both in Wills and Estates and Real Estate Transactions. Further, Mr. Rollins was a member of the Deanâs list for two semesters in law school. He holds a Bachelorâs Degree from Mississippi State University in Banking and Finance and is a graduate of New Hope High School in Columbus, Mississippi. Mr. Rollins is licensed to practice before the Mississippi state courts and Federal District...

A nationally recognized trial attorney with offices in Cleveland and Madison, Mississippi, Attorney Arthur Calderón proudly serves clients throughout all of Mississippi. With years of experience serving both companies and individuals, he is dedicated to using his knowledge and skill to fight for the rights and best interests of all of his clients. As the founder of Calderón Law, Attorney Calderón focuses his practice on representing people who have suffered catastrophic injuries (including victims of the Camp Lejeune water contamination), employees injured on the job, and persons charged with felony crimes. Using his broad legal knowledge to develop comprehensive legal...

Located in Madison, Mississippi, Saxton Law, PLLC epitomizes the phrase, "Bigger is good. Smarter is better" and practices in issues from Business Formation and Estate Planning, including wills, to IRS Tax Installment Agreements and Bankruptcy, both business and personal.

I have 41 years legal experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants. This year I have had over $8,000,000 in legal settlements in just 4 cases. My top paralegal has been with me for 39 years and is considered by her peers to be the best in the area. I often start my workday at 4 am when it’s quiet and I can do my research and writing. I’ve been fortunate to represent not only individuals but several local, national and international companies as well as our State and 7 different Indian Tribes nationwide. I often work by...

Robbie Hayes founded Hayes Law Firm, PLLC in January, 2014 after being a being a partner at Rozier Hayes, PLLC since 2009. Hayes Law Firm, PLLC handles cases involving criminal law and general civil litigation.

Are you being threatened by a spouse relating to a divorce or child custody matter? Have you recently been arrested and now face significant jail time, loss of driving privileges or other significant fines? Please be aware that you have rights. We are a Jackson, Mississippi area family law and criminal defense firm dedicated to providing each and every client experienced, aggressive representation at a reasonable prices.

When you retain out firm, you ensure that your case will be thoroughly reviewed and it will given the personal,critical attention necessary to meet your objectives. We believe...

I am attorney Missy Wigginton, and from my law office in Tupelo, Columbus, Jackson MS, Memphis TN and Florence AL. Mama Justice - MW Law Firm, I work hard to help those who suffered an injury or lost a loved one as the result of someone else's negligence obtain the justice they deserve. Serving the good people in Mississippi, Tennessee and Alabama, I have over 22 years of successful legal experience advocating on behalf of those who have been injured. A Mississippi native, I have a genuine concern for the matters that affect the members of my community, and I...

Christopher G. Dunnells is admitted to practice before all state courts in Mississippi, the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 2015.

Christopher was a Centennial Scholar and member of the Ina E. Gordy Honors College at Mississippi University for Women, where he received his Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in 2011. He received his Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Mississippi College School of Law in 2014 and Masters of Business Administration, cum laude, from Mississippi College...

Kerry M. Bryson is a graduate of University of Mississippi School of Law. He was formerly a Network Engineer and Information Technology Systems Administrator for law firms and owned computer service companies. He leverages his broad legal training and technology skills to bring efficiency and savings to his clients. Mr. Bryson obtained a degree in philosophy from the University of Mississippi. He focused on the study of logical systems. He obtained his Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer status through self-study. He has a passion for finding more efficient methods for accomplishing tasks, and he is skilled at comprehending complicated systems....

Tom Rich is a partner at Savant & Rich LLC, a Mississippi law firm focused on providing experienced criminal defense throughout state and federal court in Mississippi. In his practice, he has handled over three hundred felony cases including but not limited to allegations of drug possession, drug sale, DUI, aggravated assault, criminal fraud, arson, sex offenses, capital murder, and white collar crimes. Every client's circumstances are unique and need to be considered. He listens to his clients and hears their story. Knowing their story, a defense plan tailored to meet their goal and facts is...

Madison County Attorney Pamela L. Hancock proudly serves the people of the Greater Jackson area. As the founder of the Hancock Law Firm, she takes pride in her ability to guide clients through a number of complex or emotional matters, including family law, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and much more. She uses her diverse background and education, as well as her commitment to the law, to create comprehensive case strategies that look at the matter from multiple angles. She has earned a positive reputation within the community and among her former clients and can skillfully handle issues in...

Christopher E. Kittell practices law at the Kittell Law Firm in Hernando, Mississippi. He received his BBA in Computer Information Systems from Delta State University in 1996 and his JD from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 1999. Chris received the prestigious James O. Eastland Scholarship to attend law school and was a member of the International Legal Fraternity of Phi Delta Phi while attending law school at Ole Miss. Chris is happily married to his wife Jennifer and is the proud father of three children. Chris practices primarily in the area of civil...

Jefferson Gilder received his license to practice in Mississippi and Tennessee in 1990. Mr. Gilder is admitted to practice in all courts in Mississippi and Tennessee including U.S. District Courts for the Western District of Tennessee and the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi, the Fifth and Sixth Circuit Courts of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court. His practice areas include automobile accidents, premises liability, criminal, medical malpractice, civil rights, product liability and other areas of personal injury. Mr. Gilder sat for and passed both the Bar Examinations for Mississippi and Tennessee in the same week in 1990. Mr....

Dalton Middleton practices primarily in the area of bankruptcy.

He is also experienced in family law (child custody and support), and wills and estates (wills, trust, life estates, power of attorney, guardianships, conservatorships, and end of life directives).

Lucius Edwards Attorney at Law has been providing quality law services since 1974. When you choose us, you have over 45 years of experience by your side. Our lawyer has been practicing law since he graduated from the George Washington University and is a results-oriented attorney who will aggressively fight for your rights. Visit us, and get a FREE initial consultation.

Michael "Mike" Carr focuses his practice on state and federal criminal defense, personal injury, and civil rights.

Mike is a very experienced trial attorney, having litigated more than 50 jury trials in state and federal court as lead counsel, ranging from complex six figure civil personal injury cases to triple homicide capital murder defense. He is often hired as specialized counsel assisting lawyers in other states and has been admitted pro hac vice in Georgia and Tennessee on multiple occasions.

In addition to this practice, Michael is heavily involved in several professional organizations. He is an on-call attorney for the Police...

J. Kevin Rundlett was raised in Middle Tennessee and grew up in a Christian family. He graduated from Auburn University in 1995 and Mississippi College School of Law in 2001. He is married to Vicki Rundlett and they have three beautiful children. Lawyers at Rundlett Law Firm, PLLC have been helping Mississippi citizens with injury cases for over 20 years. We understand that helping clients with an injury case means more than just collecting an insurance check. Mr. Rundlett has been practicing law for 20 years. He has extensive litigation and trial experience. Rundlett Law Firm now focuses on helping injured...

In May of 2016, Jay M. Kilpatrick joined the Kilpatrick & Philley, Attorneys at Law team. Jay is a native of Mississippi; originally from Philadelphia, Mississippi. He joined the firm after 16 years with another larger firm in the Jackson area, where he was a shareholder. Jay’s addition to Kilpatrick & Philley, Attorneys at Law only strengthens the resources available to our clients. Prior to joining the firm, Jay worked primarily in the area of personal injury, where he developed a maritime practice representing individuals and families of individuals who are injured working offshore, including a Deepwater Horizon claim. This is...

I received a Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi College in 2005 and my law degree from Mississippi College School of Law in 2008. My law practice focuses on Bankruptcy law where I have become an expert in my field. I am a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and I am a past Chair of the Mississippi Bankruptcy Conference. I am licensed to practice in all State and Federal Courts in the state of Mississippi.

Ben is native of DeSoto County. He is a graduate of Southaven High School and earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Mississippi with a concentration in Human Resource Management. Upon completion of his undergraduate studies, Ben was accepted to the University of Mississippi School of Law. He spent a summer semester of law school at the University of Hawaii before graduating early. Ben is licensed to practice law in Mississippi, Tennessee and Arkansas. He has been practicing since 2007. Ben is an approved guardian ad litem whose duty is to represent the...

Jamie W. Howell, Jr. is a shareholder at Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman PLLC. He was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1988 and the Tennessee Bar in 1993 and currently practices in all state courts throughout Mississippi and Tennessee. Mr. Howell practices in personal injury law, criminal defense matters, Social Security Disability, and general civil law. He was an associate attorney with Gilder Law Firm for his first five years of practice before spending the next six years as a sole practitioner. Mr. Howell joined forces with Jefferson D. Gilder to form Gilder & Howell, P.A. in 2000. He is...

Anna is focused on providing high-quality general legal counsel in a variety of areas, including divorce, child custody, estate planning and probate, land issues, real estate closings, juvenile law, criminal law, elder law, family law, and business formation.

Mr. Davis is admitted to practice before all Mississippi State and Federal Courts, as well as the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Davis is a member of The Mississippi Bar Association, American MENSA, Defense Research Institute, American Inns of Court, William C. Keady Chapter, and the Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association. While in college, Mr. Davis was a member of Phi Delta Phi, and while in Law School served on the Editorial Board of the Mississippi Law Journal, as well as working with the public interest Housing Law Clinic; and served on...

Robert “Bobby” Montgomery grew up in Madison, Mississippi where he attended Madison Ridgeland Academy and was a member of First Baptist Church of Madison. He earned a degree in business administration and a doctorate in law from Mississippi College. He has been married to Heather Bridges Montgomery for over fourteen years and they have a daughter in kindergarten. Bobby’s experience in law includes Worker’s Compensation, Contracts, Wills and Estates, Timber Rights, and General Civil Litigation. Bobby furthered his knowledge of the legal system during his time as a Special Agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigations. While focusing his efforts on...

Flip Phillips is a founding partner of Smith, Phillips, Mitchell, Scott & Nowak, LLP. He is a graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Law where he served as President of the Law School Student Body and Member of the Mississippi Law Journal. For over 40 years, Flip has represented plaintiffs and insurance policyholders nationwide. Flip’s landmark cases have helped abolish sovereign immunity and define the rules of automobile insurance in Mississippi. They have expanded the role of punitive and extra-contractual damages in insurance regulation and contract enforcement throughout the United States. Flip has served...