Devin Whitt
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Devin Whitt
Biography
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
Languages
Professional Experience
Clerk UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE TOM S. LEE
Year: 2002 - 2003
Description: * Review of Judicial Opinions and Orders * Performing of Legal Research using Westlaw/Lexis
Attorney BURR & FORMAN, LLP
Year: 2003 - 2004
Description: * Drafting of Various Motions, Pleadings and Proposed Orders * Deposing witnesses in Consumer Finance Litigation * Participating in Various Hearings and Related Court Appearances
Attorney FORMAN PERRY WATKINS KRUTZ & TARDY, LLP
Year: 2004 - 2006
Description: * 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 The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC
Year: 2006 - Current
Description: * Partner at Small Law Firm specializing in Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Family Law.
Professional Associations
American Bar Association Member (Current)
Alabama State Bar Member (Current)
Mississippi State Bar Member (Current)
Hinds County Bar Association Member (Current)
Madison County Bar Association Member (Current)
Rankin County Bar Association Member (Current)
Publications
Common Law Marriage in Mississippi Mississippi Family Lawyer Blog (2012)
Awards
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AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell Lawyers Service 2022.0
Note: Selected: 2018-2020 Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
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Top 100
The National Trial Lawyers 2017.0
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Top One Percent
National Association of Distinguished Counsel 2015.0
Education
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Athens State University B.A./B.S. | Criminal Justice/Political Science
Year: 1995 - 1999
Honors: * cum laude * Dean's List * Jerry F. Bartlett LSAT Scholarship
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Mississippi College School of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 1999 - 2002
Honors: cum laude
Websites
https://www.whittlawfirm.com/m-devin-whitt.html
Devin Whitt's Website Profile
https://www.whittlawfirm.com/
The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC Website
The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC
774 Avery Blvd N, #A, Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 607-5056