David W. Baria

David W. Baria

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 40% Insurance
    22 years, 100 cases
  • 25% Construction / Development
    12 years, 100 cases
  • 25% Wrongful Death
    22 years, 100 cases
  • 10% Banking
    17 years, 25 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (25%-40%), Hourly ($200-$250/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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I went to law school because I wanted to be a champion of the underdog and because I wanted to work in the courtroom. As an attorney, I have helped... more

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2 endorsements


Emily W Haxton

I strongly endorse this lawyer and Legislator.

Endorsement from lawyer: Emily Haxton , Jackson (MS), 3 months ago
Jon A. Swartzfager

David is an extraordinary trial lawyer. When I have a big case I want David on my side. He is totally dedicated to his clients and always listens... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jon Swartzfager , Laurel (MS), Almost 2 years ago

Résumé

 

License

23 years since David W. Baria was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Mississippi Authorized to practice law 1990 06/07/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Member at Baria-Williamson, PLLC 2011–present
Member at Baria Law Firm 2005–2011
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Mississippi School of Law Law J.D. 1990

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Friend of Education Award American Federation of Teachers 2009
Legislative Horizon Award Mississippi Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities 2008
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board Member United Policyholders 2011–present
Chairman Southern Legislative Conference, Gulf Coast and Atlantic States Task Force 2009–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 6
Answers: 7 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
1 Answer marked "I agree" by other lawyers
1 Answer marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
"Nursing Home Litigation: Are These Cases Better/ Worse Than You Think?" The Mississippi Lawyer 1999
"Taking Wrongful Termination Cases is Not Just Tilting at Windmills Anymore" Voir Dire 1998

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Litigating the Nursing Home Case: Plaintiff’s Perspective. , Workshop 2004
Effective Voir Dire Seminar 2004
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