Smithville Insurance Claims Lawyers

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...

John Michael Bailey came of age during the heart of the Civil Rights Movement. He was one of the many who marched and protested for the rights of those who were wronged. He was part of a generation that could change the world, and make it better. He still has that belief today.

John Michael Bailey started law school at the University of Memphis at the age of twenty one, and started representing people at the age of twenty two. He started off by helping and representing the Vietnam Veterans through Legal Services at the age of twenty two. In his...

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...

Sam McHard has practiced law for 45 years. He is admitted to practice in the following jurisdictions: 1976, Illinois and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois; 1983, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit; 1985, U.S. Supreme Court; 1999, Iowa; 2001, Mississippi, Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Sam received his B.A. at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL and his Juris Doctor at Northwestern University. Sam is a member of Phi Beta Kappa and maintains membership with the following professional associations: Mississippi Bar Association; Iowa Bar Association; Illinois Bar Association; Mississippi Association for Justice; American Association for Justice; Texas Bar Association; and...

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...

David Baria has taken on big insurance companies for 32 years. When he is on your side, the odds of getting your claim paid increases dramatically. David has been recognized as a Best Lawyer and Super Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury Litigation. David handles toxic tort matters and is also an experienced construction and business lawyer. David has over 30 years of courtroom experience in the state and federal courts in Mississippi and has been recognized by his peers as AV Preeminent, achieving the highest legal ability rating given by Martindale-Hubbell and a 10.0 Superb rating by AVVO. ...

Todd Farrar is licensed to practice law in Mississippi and Louisiana. He has experience representing clients in many areas of law, including hundreds of clients seriously injured in car & trucking accidents, DUI & DWI defense, criminal defense of misdemeanors and felonies, medical malpractice claims, and a wide range of serious personal injury matters.

Before joining Haug, Farrar & Franco, Todd owned law firms in Ocean Springs, MS, and Lafayette, LA and has worked with some of the largest personal injury firms on Gulf Coast.

Todd received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and earned his law degree...

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....

Jad Jamal Khalaf is co-founder and managing partner at Khalaf & Nguyen, PLLC law firm in the capital city of Jackson, Mississippi. Khalaf & Nguyen represents clients throughout the state of Mississippi and specializes in the areas of CAR WRECKS, 18 WHEELER ACCIDENTS, PERSONAL INJURY, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, and IMMIGRATION LAW. Attorney Khalaf advocates for his clients’ best interest. He understands the need to provide quality legal representation, treat clients with respect, and maintain legal integrity. The team at Khalaf & Nguyen law firm stands ready to provide one-on-one personal client service. Call Khalaf & Nguyen...

James S. Beam is a native of Baton Rouge, LA and an Eagle Scout (1992). Mr. Beam is a 1999 graduate of Louisiana State University and a 2002 graduate of the Mississippi College School of Law where he earned his J.D. Mr. Beam is admitted to practice in all Federal and State courts in the State of Mississippi and the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans, LA. Mr Beam has experience in a wide range of subjects including insurance investigations and litigation, personal injury, workers’ compensation, social security and opioid claims. His clients include everyone from...

Charles C. Wimberly, III (Trey) joined the Perrier Lacoste MS office in 2014. Trey's areas of practice include automobile and transportation litigation, insurance defense, premises liability, medical malpractice and product liability claims. He has received Martindale-Hubbell’s highest AV rating and has been selected to the 2014 Super Lawyers Mid-South Rising Stars list. Trey attended Louisiana State University where he graduated with honors and received a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature in 2000. As an undergrad, Trey earned the Dean’s List award and a full tuition academic scholarship. Trey graduated from the University of Alabama School...

Erica McHard is admitted to practice in the following jurisdictions: 2001, Iowa; 2002, Illinois, Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit; 2013, Texas. Erica received her B.A. in Business, Political Science and Public Administration at Augustana College, Rock Island, IL. She received her Juris Doctor at the University of Iowa. Erica is a member of the Dillon Inn of Court and served as a Law Clerk for the Iowa District Court. She was also listed in Who’s Who Among America’s Law Students. Erica is a member of the following professional associations: Mississippi Bar Association; Iowa Bar Association; Illinois Bar Association; Mississippi Association...

Attorney Elmer Fondren has extensive experience in representing his clients with Insurance Claims throughout Mississippi. He is a passionate advocate and is dedicated to helping his clients pursue the justice and compensation they deserve. Call today for more information.

John W. Robinson III is an attorney with more than 20 years of litigation experience representing people and business throughout Mississippi. John's primary focus is civil litigation-non-criminal cases in court, usually involving claims for money damages. John also counsels and represents clients in contract negotiations and other business transactions. John's civil litigation and trial experience is extensive and includes cases involving a wide variety of matters, such as contract disputes, business torts, employment issues, real estate and land use controversies, intellectual property, commercial sales disputes, construction, insurance coverage and defense, products liability, personal injury, wrongful death and mass tort claims,...

Jason Nabors is a graduate of the University of Mississippi (B.A., magna cum laude, 2001). Ranked in the top ten of his law school class, Jason graduated magna cum laude from the University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 2004). While in law school, he was a member of the Mississippi Law Journal and Phi Kappa Phi. Jason is licensed to practice in the state and federal courts of Mississippi, as well as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Jason is a current member of the Mississippi Bar Association, American Bar Association, American Association for Justice and Panola County Bar...

Susan G. Pinkston, PLLC was formed in November of 1996 and is located in Ridgeland MS. Mrs. Pinkston, the primary member, spent the first fourteen years of her legal career with two well established multi-service law firms in downtown Jackson, as an associate and then partner. The firm’s areas of practice include real estate closings, wills and estates, mediation and arbitration, oil and gas, corporate formation and title insurance.

Anders Ferrington PLLC is a firm that practices civil and criminal law in Jackson, Mississippi. We accept in cases such as criminal defense, serious bodily injury, automobile accidents, products liability, worker's compensation, In addition to the personal injury work, the firm accepts cases in family law, intellectual property, and criminal defense. Recently, the founder Anders Ferrington was recognized as an expert in a federal trademark case.

Today, Robert B. Ogletree PLLC, is a law firm with clients ranging from large corporations to individuals, and legal matters from complex litigation to real estate transactions. We offer services in a broad range of areas including litigation, OSHA violations, corporate matters, commercial and civil litigation, personal injury, family law, workers compensation and criminal defense. One of the greatest benefits Robert B. Ogletree PLLC offers its clients is our dedication to quality, understanding of the law, trust and respect. Through our experience and the broad range of services that we provide, we are able to offer our clients...

Randy Wallace is a native of Jackson, Mississippi and now resides in Raymond, Mississippi with his wife, Chesnee Wallace and their daughter, Raney. Mr. Wallace received his primary and secondary education in the Jackson Public School District. He is a graduate of Mississippi State University (“MSU”), where he received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration in 1996. Upon completing his undergraduate degree, he entered the joint degree program at Mississippi College School of Law and Mississippi College School of Business. He received a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and a Master of Business Administration degree in 1999....

Devoting his practice to the prosecution of insurance claims, Brandon represents policyholders with an unwavering passion. He views each case as an opportunity to help the little guy and seek justice in an otherwise unfair landscape.

I have been licensed and practicing law for over 20 years. Hiring a legal professional is not only building trust in the ability of the attorney, but it is about building a long term and lasting professional relationship. I strive to not only handle your legal needs in a professional and efficient manner, but to gain your respect and build a long lasting friendship with all of my clients. In my free time, I enjoy family activities, riding motorcycles, soccer events with my children and spending time with friends.

Peyton Moore was born in Flowood, Mississippi and raised in Tupelo, Mississippi. He is the son of James and Lorela Moore. Peyton graduated from Saltillo High School before attending The University of Mississippi, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Peyton received his J.D. from The University of Mississippi School of Law. Peyton and his wife Mollie have one son, Parker.