Jay Westfaul

Jay Westfaul

4.5
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 34 years

Car accident Lawyer at Batesville, MS
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Divorce & Separation

Governor Charles C. "Cliff" Finch Building, 115 Eureka Street, Suite A, Batesville, MS

About Jay

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Car Accident 75%

Serious personal injuries only.

35 years | 1,500 cases

75%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorce, child custody, alimony, separations, domestic relations, separate maintenance, child support -- served as a judge and a lawyer in all of these types of cases with extensive experience. Fees start at $250 per hour.

35 years | 1,500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 34 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Westfaul Law Firm

Governor Charles C. "Cliff" Finch Building, 115 Eureka Street, Suite A, Batesville, MS, 38606-2540

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Jay Westfaul's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

Posted by Gary | September 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Integrity, Honest, If he takes your case/you hire him, Your in great hands.

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,... Ms. I live in much bigger area, but chose Jay, and in my opinion, there want be another choice, in his areas of expertise. Jay is stone cold in a court room, and knows the law. People, and his peers look up to him when he is in the room, You want that, if he cannot do it, he will let you know. I have had some life changing situations, and lets just say, Jay has made them better. Unfortunately, I have had to have a few attorney's in my life, Jay has set the bar, on what an attorney should be. I highly recommend this lawyer, you will not second guess yourself. He has helped better my life in more than one way.

Posted by anonymous | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent 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... proceeding. He was patient with my mother who has no understanding of law. I consider him to be ethical and of high moral character. Which was very important to us. He and my attorney prevailed in the end. I could not recommend someone more highly.

Posted by Malissia | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

EXCELLENT AND EFFICIENT

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney Ever

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... also experienced Jay in other issues and he is THE BEST. I have referred several friends and family to him and they all came away with the same feelings--"wow, he is awesome.' I have never felt more confident with any other attorney. He is fair and tells you what can and canNOT be done. Whatever he says, you can put your total trust in it. Leaves you with an awesome and confident feeling and one very important thing is that he is a Christian attorney, which is a very valuable asset to me. HE'S THE BEST!!!!!

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 27

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"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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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2011 - Present

The Mississippi Bar Association

Chairman, Paralegal Committee

1998 - Present

The University of Mississippi Lamar Order

Member

1996 - Present

The Mississippi Municipal Judge's Association

President

1996 - Present

Conference of Mississippi Judges

1996 - Present

Mississippi Judicial College

Participant

1991 - Present

Mississippi Bar

1991 - Present

American Bar Association

1991 - Present

Panola County Bar Association

1999 - 2004

The Mississippi Bar Association

Chairman, Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee

1999 - 2000

Southeastern Juvenile Justice Conference

Member

1997 - 1999

Panola County Bar Association

President

1992 - 1993

The Mississippi Bar Association

Committee on Problems of the Homeless and Indigent

Sample of Legal Cases

Baker v. Panola County, Mississippi

Mississippi Court of Appeals -Won

Thomas v. Board of Supervisors of Panola County, Mississippi

Supreme Court of Mississippi -- Won

Pittman v. Pittman

Won

Tedford v. Tedford

Lost in Trial Court; Reversed and Rendered by Supreme Court - WON

Hodge v. Hodge

Affirmed

Lewis v. Butler

Supreme Court of Mississippi -- Won

NUMEROUS CASES IN THE STATE AND FEDERAL COURTS OF MISSISSIPPI

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Education

1991

University of Mississippi School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Mississippi

B.P.A.

1984

St. Paul's Episcopal School

High School

Speaking Engagements

2014

Numerous Conferences and Events

Legal Issues

Publications

2008

Languages

English

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