George B Ready

George B Ready

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 45 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hernando, MS
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +2 more

175 E Commerce St, Hernando, MS

About George

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 45 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1980

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George B Ready Attorneys

175 E Commerce St, Hernando, MS, 38632-2343

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Robert | March 08, 2015

Grateful

When unexpected events changed our life and we needed an attorney, there was no question as to whom we would ask to represent us. Mr. Ready is a very honest and trustworthy man. He kept us informed every step of the case. We were very pleased with the results and are thankful to Mr. Ready for taking ...such good care of our family during difficult times. We highly recommend Mr. Ready to anyone needing an attorney.

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Jerry Hisaw

Unknown lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former Circuit judge, George has an excellent understanding of the the law from all sides whether it be as plaintiff or defendant. He is able to give his clients effective advice in a manner that is easy to understand."

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Eric Sappenfield

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known George for 29 years. As a past Circuit Judge he has the knowledge and expertise for personal injury, criminal defense and all litigation matters. George is conscientious in everything he handles."

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Philip Stroud

Personal injury lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former Circuit judge in Desoto County, George has an excellent understanding of the inner workings of the court system. He has a wide range of expertise, including, but not limited to handling personal injury matters, criminal matters, and also conducting mediations. I endorse this attorney."

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Jerry Hisaw

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Special Assistant Attorney General, State of Mississippi, State Of Mississippi

2005 - Present

Owner, Law Office of George B. Ready

1995 - 2005

Judge, State Of Mississippi

1992 - 1994

State Senator, DeSoto County

Associations

2009 - Present

U.S. District Court Western District of Tennessee

Admitted to Practice

1989 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

1980 - Present

Mississippi Bar

Member

1980 - Present

U.S. District Court Northern District of Mississippi

Admitted to Practice

1980 - Present

U.S. District Court Southern District of Mississippi

Admitted to Practice

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Car accident resulting in death of 95 year old

$575,000

Motorcycle accident with tractor resulting in death

$960,000 recovery

Insurance coverage dispute

$552,000

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Education

1995

National College of Advocacy

1989

National Judicial College

1980

University of Mississippi School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Mississippi

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Mississippi Practice Seminar

Circuit Court Practice

Languages

English

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