$ 150-300 per hour
Jay Westfaul is an eleventh generation Mississippian, and a life-long resident of this state. He was educated in the public schools of Mississippi, and practices law in each of the state's 82 counties, as well as the federal courts of both the Northern and Southern districts of Mississippi and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He frequently associates with law firms from around the United States, and will gladly evaluate your case free of charge, wherever you are located.
Jay will be quick to tell you that he hasn't won each case he has tried. If any lawyer tells you they have never lost a case, RUN! That lawyer has not tried enough cases or hides from the difficult matters all people face. Jay understands that all people make mistakes. If he represents you, rest assured that he will fight hard for you and that you can trust him to maintain strict confidence of your darkest hour or most embarrassing moment. He always says, "Make the best of what you have, turn the negative into a positive, stand firm, and never let them see you sweat."
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Practice Areas
35 years | 1,500 cases
35 years | 1,500 cases
$ 150-300 per hour
33%-50%
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Governor Charles C. "Cliff" Finch Building, 115 Eureka Street, Suite A, Batesville, MS, 38606-2540
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Posted by Gary | September 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I have had the pleasure of dealing with Jay, these past 2 years, on several issues, The integrity this lawyer shows, has been upmost appreciated. He returns calls, emails, and does what he says. His experience is way above the average. You just would not expect this in a town the size of Batesville,...
Posted by anonymous | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Westfaul was hired by us to represent my mother in a difficult conservancy lawsuit. He worked in conjunction with the other attorney that was representing myself. They worked well together. He was very communicative, keeping us informed at all times at keeping us updated as to how the case was...
Posted by Malissia | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr Westfaul did an amazing job for me and my family. He kept us updated on everything and was so gracious. His secretary( Miss Wendy) is a wonderful caring person and so great to talk to. I highly recommend Mr Westfaul and his very amazing staff.
Posted by Rene | February 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Jay Westfaul is an excellent attorney as well as a Municipal judge. He is proficient as an attorney and is very aware of new laws. He is a fair and efficient attorney. He was able to handle our case and saw to it the main concerns were handled appropriately and in our best interest.
Posted by Tish | February 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I have experienced Jay as attorney with several issues. He did an awesome job with my son's custody issues with his son and did it with respect for himself and client. His conduct in the courtroom is awesome. He knows his cases and very calmly and confidently takes charge in the courtroom. I have...
"I have known Jay for many years, and would not hesitate to hire him myself should I ever need to hire an attorney."
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1999
Outstanding service to children award, The Mississippi Department of Human Services
1999
Selected Member, Who's Who Among American Teachers
1998
Best Attorney in Panola County, Mississippi, Panola County, Mississippi Newspaper
1998
Outstanding Service Award, Batesville Civitan Club
1996
Selected Member, Who's Who International
1994
Selected Member, Who's Who In American Law
1996 - Present
Municipal Judge, The State of Mississippi
1991 - Present
Owner, The Westfaul Law Firm
1981 - Present
Organist, The Episcopal Church
1998 - 2003
Family Master, Special Master, Youth Court Judge, The State of Mississippi
1994 - 2003
Adjunct Professor, Northwest Mississippi Community College
1985 - 1985
Lyndon B. Johnson Intern, The United States House of Representatives
2011 - Present
The Mississippi Bar AssociationChairman, Paralegal Committee
1998 - Present
The University of Mississippi Lamar OrderMember
1996 - Present
The Mississippi Municipal Judge's AssociationPresident
1996 - Present
Conference of Mississippi Judges
1996 - Present
Mississippi Judicial CollegeParticipant
1991 - Present
Mississippi Bar
1991 - Present
American Bar Association
1991 - Present
Panola County Bar Association
1999 - 2004
The Mississippi Bar AssociationChairman, Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee
1999 - 2000
Southeastern Juvenile Justice ConferenceMember
1997 - 1999
Panola County Bar AssociationPresident
1992 - 1993
The Mississippi Bar AssociationCommittee on Problems of the Homeless and Indigent
Mississippi Court of Appeals -Won
Supreme Court of Mississippi -- Won
Won
Lost in Trial Court; Reversed and Rendered by Supreme Court - WON
Affirmed
Supreme Court of Mississippi -- Won
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
B.P.A.
1984
High School
2014
Legal Issues
2008
English