Devin Whitt

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      Devin Whitt

      Ridgeland, Mississippi
      20 years of experience

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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, Since 2003
      Mississippi, Since 2002
      5th Circuit
      U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Mississippi
      U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
      U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi

      Languages

      English

      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

      • AV Preeminent

        Martindale-Hubbell Lawyers Service 2022.0

        Note: Selected: 2018-2020 Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence

      • Top 100

        The National Trial Lawyers 2017.0

      • Top One Percent

        National Association of Distinguished Counsel 2015.0

      Education

      • 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

      • Mississippi College School of Law J.D. | Law

        Year: 1999 - 2002

        Honors: cum laude

      Websites

      https://www.whittlawfirm.com/

      The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC Website

      The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC

      Address:

      774 Avery Blvd N, #A, Ridgeland, MS 39157

      Fax:

      (601) 607-5056

      5 Reviews

      4 out of 5

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