Madison, MS Attorney
Personal injury, criminal defense, probate and estate planning, landlord-tenant, contract disputes, and civil litigation for clients in Madison and across Madison County. Free personal injury consultations; no fee on personal injury unless we recover.
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Legal Help for Madison Residents
Madison, in Madison County, sits along the I-55 corridor north of Jackson and near US-51. Sheppard Law Firm, P.A., based on Congress Street in Jackson, serves clients in Madison in personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, landlord-tenant, contract disputes, and civil matters.
Population: 27,747 (2020 Census).
How We Help Clients in Madison
Personal Injury
Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents on Madison roads and highways; slip-and-fall; and other injury claims.
Criminal Defense & DUI
DUI, drug charges, assault, theft, and expungements in Madison Municipal Court, Madison County Justice Court, and Circuit Court.
Estate Planning & Probate
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate filed in Madison County Chancery Court.
Landlord–Tenant
Evictions, lease disputes, and security-deposit matters for Madison renters and landlords.
General Civil Litigation
Civil disputes, contract claims, and representation in Madison County Circuit Court.
Civil Disputes & Contracts
Breach of contract, debt matters, and business disputes across Madison County.
Courts & Jurisdiction in Madison County
Cases arising in Madison are filed in Madison County. Here is where those matters are heard:
Madison County Circuit Court
20th Circuit District (covers Madison and Rankin counties)
128 West North Street, Canton, MS 39046
Circuit Clerk Anita Wray — (601) 859-4365
Madison County Chancery Court
11th Chancery Court District
146 W. Center Street, Canton, MS 39046
Chancery Clerk Ronny Lott — (601) 859-1177
Madison Municipal Court
City of Madison
Madison Justice Complex, 2001 Main Street, Madison, MS 39130
Court Clerk Brittany Baker-Shipp — (601) 707-1420
Madison County Justice Court
Madison County
2961 South Liberty Street, Canton, MS 39046
Justice Court Clerk Sheila Taylor — (601) 859-6337
Madison County's Circuit, Chancery, and Justice Courts are located in Canton, the county seat. The City of Madison also has its own Municipal Court (Madison Justice Complex), which handles city traffic violations, municipal ordinance violations, and misdemeanor offenses occurring within the Madison city limits; felony initial appearances may also be conducted there. Justice Court handles county-level misdemeanor charges, county traffic citations, small claims, and preliminary felony matters. Circuit Court (Canton) handles felony criminal cases and larger civil cases. Chancery Court (Canton) handles estates, wills, divorce, custody, and land-record matters.
Related court guides: Madison County Circuit Court, Madison County Chancery Court
Getting to Our Office from Madison
From Madison, take I-55 South toward downtown Jackson, exit near the State Capitol, and continue to 775 North Congress Street. Our office is a short drive south via I-55; we also offer phone and virtual consultations if you prefer not to travel. Our address is 775 North Congress Street, Jackson, MS 39202. Phone and virtual consultations are also available.
Related Reading for Madison
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Madison Legal FAQs
It depends on the charge and the arresting agency. City traffic violations, municipal ordinance violations, and misdemeanors occurring within the Madison city limits are generally handled in Madison Municipal Court (Madison Justice Complex). County-level misdemeanor charges go to Madison County Justice Court, and felony charges are prosecuted in the Madison County Circuit Court in Canton. Bud Sheppard represents clients in all of these courts and can tell you which one your case will be in.
Estates, wills, trusts, guardianships, and probate matters in Madison County are handled by the Madison County Chancery Court in Canton (11th Chancery Court District, Chancery Clerk Ronny Lott). Sheppard Law Firm prepares and files probate paperwork for Madison County families.
Yes. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee — no fee unless we recover for you. Whether your crash happened on I-55, Highway 51, or a Madison surface street, Bud can evaluate your claim, deal with the insurance adjuster, and file suit in the proper court if a fair settlement is not offered.
Mississippi's general statute of limitations for many personal injury claims is three years from the date of the injury, but exceptions can apply. Claims involving a government entity may also have separate notice requirements and shorter deadlines. Because a missed deadline can cut off a claim, it is best to seek advice promptly after an accident.
Whether a Mississippi DUI can be expunged depends on the specifics of the charge and your prior record, and first-offense DUIs are eligible under certain conditions. Expungement is filed in the court where the case was resolved. Bud handles expungements for Madison County clients and can tell you whether you qualify.
Personal injury consultations are always free, and personal injury cases are contingency-fee (no fee unless we recover). For criminal defense, estate planning, and other matters, Bud offers consultations at reasonable rates. Call 601-688-4110 to discuss your situation.
Our office at 775 North Congress Street in Jackson is a short drive south of Madison via I-55. We also offer phone and virtual consultations if you prefer not to travel.
Need a Lawyer in Madison?
Personal injury consultations are free, and there is no fee on personal injury unless we recover. For other matters, consultation terms depend on the matter and are handled by written agreement.