Wilson Montjoy's broad practice spans both the energy and economic development sectors. He has served as lead counsel on some of the region's largest industrial projects, advising clients on each stage of the process from site selection and negotiating incentive packages to the construction and regulatory matters surrounding the facilities. He also frequently represents energy companies and project developers in regulatory, contractual, real estate, and environmental matters. Montjoy’s work has been recognized in multiple publications, including Chambers USA and Best Lawyers, each noting his experience in the areas of energy and economic development law.
R. Wilson Montjoy II
Awarded Practice Areas
Economic Development Law Energy Law Mediation Natural Resources Law Oil and Gas Law
Awarded Practice Areas
Economic Development Law Energy Law Mediation Natural Resources Law Oil and Gas Law
Works at
Butler Snow LLP
226 Best Lawyers awards
Biography
Works at
Butler Snow LLP
226 Best Lawyers awards
Locations
Education
- University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 1978
- University of Mississippi, BA, graduated 1975
Bar Admissions
Affiliations
- American Bar Association - Board of Governors, House of Delegates, Nominating Committee, Young Lawyers Division, Assembly Speaker, Clerk, Director, Fellow, Section on Environment, Officer and Director
- Capital Area Bar Association - Board of Directors
- Institute for Professionals in Taxation - Member
- Jackson Young Lawyers - President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer
- Mississippi Bar Association - Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, Chair, Young Lawyers Division, Director, Fellow
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Mediation, Jackson, MS (2022)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Economic Development Law
- Energy Law
- Mediation
- Natural Resources Law
- Oil and Gas Law
Special Focus:
- Public Utility
Awards:
- AV-rated, Martindale-Hubbell
- Mid-South Super Lawyers®, Project Development
- Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Energy and Natural Resources
- Who's Who in the World
- Who's Who in American Law
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