Jim Weems is a shareholder in the Jackson office of Daniel Coker Horton & Bell. He focuses his practice in the areas of General Litigation and Hospitality. When asked about his approach to a new matter, Jim says, “When entrusted with a new case by a client, I treat it as if I was a shepherd. That case may be one of many on my list, but to the client, it is the most important thing in the world. And I will treat it that way, from the beginning until I have taken it all the way through to the end.”
M. James "Jim" Weems
Awarded Practice Areas
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants Litigation - Insurance Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Jackson, MS.
Awarded Practice Areas
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants Litigation - Insurance Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Jackson, MS.
Biography
Locations
Education
- Emory University, J.D., graduated 1991
- Mississippi State University, B.A., graduated 1988
Bar Admissions
Court Admissions
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
- United States District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi
- The United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi
Affiliations
- Mississippi Defense Lawyer Association - Member
- Rankin County Bar Association - Member
- The Mississippi Bar - Member
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants, Jackson, MS (2026)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Litigation - Insurance
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Personal Injury Litigation
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Awards:
- AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell
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