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William Matthew Thompson
also known as Matthew Thompson
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Biography
Matthew is the managing partner of Thompson Law Firm, pllc, emphasizing complex, high conflict Family Law, professional representation, general civil defense, child welfare and appeals.
Thompson Law Firm is a statewide practice, handling cases in all Courts throughout Mississippi, State and Federal. Matthew is an experienced litigator having handled hundreds of cases and all phases, including; trials, hearings, depositions, mediation, arbitration and appeals.
Matthew is the Past-President of the Madison County Bar Association, formerly on the Board of Directors with the Mississippi Volunteers Lawyer Project and currently serves in the board with Mississippi Legal Services Corporation. Matthew is an Adjunct Professor at MC Law teaching Domestic Relations and a frequent presenter at CLE seminars. He is the author of Mississippi Divorce, Alimony and Child Custody, with Forms.
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Licensed in Mississippi for 20 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 2005
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Thompson Law Firm, pllc
2060 Main Street, Madison, MS, 39110
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Steve | August 01, 2016 | Child Custody
Confused
I hired Matthew after reading many reviews. At our first meeting he laid out a very clear and direct approach to finilize my divorce. We then talked payment and settled on an amount which I paid in full that afternoon. He told me he would be moving that week on seeking seperated maintainable against ...
William Thompson
Replied last August 01, 2016Thompson Law Firm will never respond with confidential client information, including former clients, even if it were in response to a negative or false complaint. Same is restricted by the Rules of Professional Responsibility and Ethical Conduct. TLF welcomes client feedback and is always ready to address client concerns. Any client who is dissatisfied with our firm has the opportunity to meet with Matthew Thompson, individually, and any other involved personnel, to attempt to resolve service or fee disputes. TLF is proud of our 10.0 AVVO rating, which comes from AVVO’s use of a other practitioners and current and former clients. TLF is also grateful for the multiple positive reviews received. More information about our firm and family law cases may be found at www.BowTieLawyer.ms.
Posted by Allan | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Calm in the storm
Mr. Thompson assisted me with a child custody case when the mother was trying to take our son out of the country. Mr. Thompson was not only knowledgeable about local custody laws but international concerns as well. I felt as though he was a solid "A" in the courtroom and his questioning was well on ...
Posted by David | March 18, 2013 | Child Custody
Great friendly lawyer who works hard for you.
There's not any bad things that i can say about Matthew, he's honest, friendly, kind, and most of all hard working. He was always there for me, always giving me friendly advice. There's not many lawyers out there that care about people like Matthew does. In my quest to find a lawyer, just about every...
Posted by Ann | March 07, 2013 | Child Custody
One of the very best family lawyers in the southeast!!
Mr. Thompson was originally hired to represent my daughter in a difficult divorce case. That was over five years ago and we are still in litigation with the ex over contempt and child custody issues. Mr. Thompson is very ethical, extremely knowledgeable about family law, and has been most responsiv...
William Matthew Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend Mr. Thompson and his firm. I regularly refer friends and clients needing assistance with family law matters to his firm. All have been highly satisfied with the results Mr. Thompson achieved for them."
"Matthew is a highly skilled family law attorney and I regularly refer complicated matters to his office."
"Mr. Thompson has experience and is a fixture in the chancery courts of central MS."
"Matthew is a thorough advocate that seeks amicable resolution first. In a field of law seemingly overrun by acrimony, Matthew's approach is helpful to his client and appreciated by his colleagues."
"Matthew is an effective Mississippi family law attorney and an asset to the profession. I endorse this lawyer."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"Mr. Tompson, is an asset to the legal profession and is well respected by his peers and his clients. He has gained an excellent reputation as a top tier advocate and he exemplifies all of the characteristics of a top quality lawyer. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. FYI the bowtie, looks sharp. I endorse this attorney. –Anthony Munoz, Esq."
"I endorse this lawyer. William is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
MVP, Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project
2011
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
American Jurisprudence Award- Legislation, Mississippi College School of Law
Work Experience
2005 - 2012
Associate, Chinn & Assoc., PLLC
Associations
2014 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtMember Attorney
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Madison County Bar AssociationPast-President
2005 - Present
Mississippi State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Kumar v. Kumar, 976 So.2d 957 (Miss.App. 2008)
Reversed and Remanded
Stribling v. Stribling, 960 So.2d 556 (Miss.App. 2007)
Affirmed
Education
2005
Mississippi College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2012
Family Law Update
Ethical issues: Handling Divorce in a Constructive Manner
2011
Mediation CLE
Mediating the Family Law Case
2011
Family Law CLE
A Family Law 101
2010
Family Law CLE
Irreconcilable Differences Divorce; 101
2010
ABA Spring COnference
Lunch with Experience
2009
Mini CLE Marathon
Family Law Update and Odds & Ends in Family Law
2008
Family Law CLE
Covenant Marriage, Child Custody and Odds and Ends
2007
14th Annual Hot Tips- Family Law
Appellate Practice
Publications
2008
Mississippi Bar- Famliy Law Section Newsletter
I am an Undivorce Attorney
N/A
Hinds County Bar Association Newsletter
Thomas Elected Chancellor
N/A
Hinds County Bar Newsletter
Wise; Chancellor, Mentor, Volunteer
N/A
Hinds County Bar Newsletter
Owens, Senior Chancellor; Being a Chancellor is a Marathon Not a Sprint
Languages
English
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Q&A
Why am I paying for so much in my divorce to my ex?
05 Jan 2017
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