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Devin Whitt
  • Divorce, Family Law, DUI & DWI ...
  • Alabama, Mississippi
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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 in providing each and every client personalized but compassionate legal services. Simply put, our firm is built around our clients. Whether you live in Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Warren, Yazoo, Holmes, Copiah, Leake, Scott, Smith, Simpson or Lauderdale Counties...or anywhere else in Mississippi, our firm will be there for you.

When you are involved in a divorce or other family law matter where your rights or the custody of children is at issue, you need a lawyer that is going to fight for you. When you have been arrested for DUI or other felony and/or misdemeanor offenses and facing jail time, fines or court costs, you need a lawyer that will stand up to the prosecution and argue your case in a professional, persuasive manner. Our firm will do just that. Please give us a call today to get your case moving in the right direction. 601.607.5055 (direct) or 601.212.9724 (cell).

Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    DUI & DWI
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
    Appeals & Appellate
    Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
    Medical Malpractice
    Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
    Nursing Home Abuse
    Personal Injury
    Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    Products Liability
    Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
    Traffic Tickets
    Suspended License
    White Collar Crime
    Workers' Compensation
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Alabama
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Mississippi
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5th Circuit
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Mississippi
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U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
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U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC
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* Partner at Small Law Firm specializing in Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Family Law.
Attorney
FORMAN PERRY WATKINS KRUTZ & TARDY, LLP
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* National Coordinating Asbestos Defense Counsel for Various Corporate Entities * Outside Counsel for Exxon/Mobile in Noise- Induced Hearing Loss Litigation * Drafting and Editorial Responsibility for Pleadings and Related Legal Memoranda
Attorney
BURR & FORMAN, LLP
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* Drafting of Various Motions, Pleadings and Proposed Orders * Deposing witnesses in Consumer Finance Litigation * Participating in Various Hearings and Related Court Appearances
Clerk
UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE TOM S. LEE
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* Review of Judicial Opinions and Orders * Performing of Legal Research using Westlaw/Lexis
Education
Mississippi College School of Law
J.D. | Law
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Honors: cum laude
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Athens State University
B.A./B.S. | Criminal Justice/Political Science
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Honors: * cum laude * Dean's List * Jerry F. Bartlett LSAT Scholarship
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Awards
AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Lawyers Service
Selected: 2018-2020 Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
Martindale-Hubbell
Top 100
The National Trial Lawyers
Top One Percent
National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Professional Associations
Mississippi State Bar
Member
Current
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Madison County Bar Association
Member
Current
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Hinds County Bar Association
Member
Current
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Rankin County Bar Association
Member
Current
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Alabama State Bar
Member
Current
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American Bar Association
Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Common Law Marriage in Mississippi
Mississippi Family Lawyer Blog
Websites & Blogs
Website
Devin Whitt's Website Profile
Website
The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC Website
Blog
Family Law Blog
Blog
Mississippi Family Lawyer Blog
Contact & Map
The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC
774 Avery Blvd N
#A
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Telephone: (601) 607-5055
Cell: (601) 212-9724
Fax: (601) 607-5056
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours