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George Read is a shareholder in the firm’s Oxford office and joined the firm’s Jackson office shortly after graduation from law school in 1990. George opened the firm’s Oxford office in 1995. George is Chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution practice group and limits his practice of law to the areas of Workers’ Compensation and Alternative Dispute Resolution. Professional Affiliations American Bar Association American Inns of Court, Williams C. Keady Chapter Claims...

Trey Byars has successfully tried cases to verdict ranging from simple automobile accidents to complex products liability and insurance disputes. In recognition of his trial skills, Trey has achieved membership by invitation to such prestigious organizations as the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Association of Defense Trial Attorneys. In addition to his litigation practice, Trey is actively involved in several legal organizations that focus on competence and professionalism in the ...

Pope S. Mallette is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Municipal Law. Pope S. practices law in Oxford, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Pope S. Mallette since 2010. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Pope S. Mallette is held by other lawyers.

Anthony L. “Tony” Farese is 55 years of age and is the President of the firm of Farese, Farese & Farese, P.A. in Ashland, Mississippi. He received a B.PA. from the University of Mississippi in 1983 and his J.D. degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 1985. He was a member of the Moot Court Board and Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity. He has practiced law for 31 years with the family firm in Ashland. He is licensed to practice law in the states of Mississippi an...

J. Cal Mayo, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. J. Cal practices law in Oxford, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized J. Cal Mayo, Jr. since 2001. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which J. Cal Mayo, Jr. i...

Paul has tried many lawsuits --- in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Florida, Kentucky, Kansas, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Arizona and Texas. His products liability trial experience includes pharmaceutical and medical device cases for Johnson & Johnson, Janssen, McNeil and Ethicon, and automotive cases for General Motors, Mazda and Nissan.

Andy is a shareholder of Mitchell, McNutt & Sams, P.A. ("Mitchell, McNutt") and founding member of its Creditors' Rights / Bankruptcy Litigation Section. He's been licensed to practice law in the State of Mississippi since 1989 and a member of Mitchell, McNutt since 1991. His clients include regional creditors, debtors, unsecured creditors committees and counsel to panel Trustees in Chapter 5 and related litigation, as well as other aspects of bankruptcy case administration. He has substa...

Casey Langston Lott is a dedicated trial attorney at Langston & Lott, PLLC, representing individuals and families in complex personal injury and civil litigation matters throughout Mississippi and beyond. Since beginning his legal career in 2005, Casey has secured multi-million-dollar recoveries for clients in cases involving automobile accidents, product liability, burn injuries, and other serious personal injury claims. He has also played key leadership roles in high-profile Multi-Distr...

Greg Pirkle practices in the area of business law. His practice focuses on federal and state taxation, with emphasis on taxation of business entities, estate planning, and exempt organizations. His business taxation practice includes advising clients on the tax implications of business transactions such as mergers and reorganizations, property exchanges, and executive compensation. His estate planning practice involves maximum use of federal credits and preservation of wealth through the use ...

John Wheeler serves as president and litigation chair for the firm. He practices exclusively in litigation focusing on the defense of medical and professional liability claims, railroad liability claims, pharmaceutical and product liability litigation and other personal injury and general litigation matters. John has defended liability claims and litigation for health care providers, railroad entities, and major pharmaceutical companies in federal and state jurisdictions throughout the United...