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Jay Max Kilpatrick

Personal injury Attorney at Ridgeland, MS

5.0   13 reviews
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  • State Years
    Mississippi - MS 23 years
    Alabama - AL 21 years
  • Licensed for 23 years
    State MS
    Acquired 2000
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 21 years
    State AL
    Acquired 2001
    Status
    Inactive No misconduct found

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

I feel highly confident in referring Jay Kilpatrick
Rene
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I practice primarily in the area of personal injury, representing individuals injured as a result of any type of accident or premises situation. I have significant experience in cases involving 18-wheeler accidents, other large accidents, and automobile defects. In addition, I have developed a maritime practice, and represented companies and individual clients in connection with the Deepwater Horizon disaster. I have been instrumental in orchastrating the recovery of millions of dollars for my clients during my career in just about every type of personal injury case imaginable including the largest known settlement for an offshore death.  I also practice in the area of domestic law where I represent people in all aspects of divorce and child custody in our Chancery Courts. I have successfully argued before the Fifth Circuit on three separate occasions and was featured in the July 2006 edition of the ABA Journal. I am rated AV-Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, a member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and has been listed a Mid-South Rising Star by Super Lawyers 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014; as well as a Super Lawyer in 2017. I received my J.D. from the University of Mississippi in 2000, graduating magna cum laude. I was a shareholder with Young Wells Williams P.A. located in Ridgeland, Mississippi for many years prior to partnering with Kobs & Philley, PLLC in May of 2016.

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216 W. Jackson St.
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Posted by Rene | December 3, 2018
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I feel highly confident in referring Jay Kilpatrick
Jay Kilpatrick represented me after being involved in an automobile accident. My experience with Jay has been excellent. I felt like my best interest was always his top priority. It was clear to me that he values integrity and doing what is right above all else. He was easy to reach and I honestly feel like I have known him for years. I am very pleased with the results of my personal injury case.
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Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2017
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Professional and Thorough
Jay was a very professional, and very thorough attorney for me. He was sure to keep me involved on the details of my case. I was very satisfied with the services provided.
Posted by Dan | April 27, 2017
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I engaged the services of Kobs-Philley to provide assistance resolving a claim on behalf of my father who had suffered injuries resulting from a motor vehicle accident. After it became evident that efforts to resolve the claim fairly and amicably without legal representation was an act of futility, the Kobs-Philley firm was highly recommended to us by other attorneys in the state. It became necessary to file a lawsuit to seek an appropriate remedy. I stepped in as executor of the estate when my father passed away while the matter was still pending. The case was assigned to Jay Kilpatrick, who provided exceptional legal representation and expedient results well beyond what my father or I could have ever achieved without his help. Mr. Kilpatrick was attentive and knowledgeable of the law applicable for this type of legal matter. I highly recommend Mr. Kilpatrick and the Kobs-Philley Law Firm. Dan
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Posted by Jason | April 27, 2017
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He is AMAZING. I would highly recommend him
I have worked with Jay on several cases over they years. He is awesome. Besides being professional, responsive, and very smart, Jay has an uncanny ability to develop and execute a winning strategy. Jay is a terrific lawyer and an even better person.
Posted by Yancy | April 26, 2017
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Excellent Trial Attorney
Jay provided an excellent legal result by diligent preparation, keen legal analysis and weighing the risks and benefits of proceeding to trial. He is a great communicator and works well with the courts.
Posted by Kurt | April 26, 2017
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I highly recommend working with Jay.
I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Jay in and outside the courtroom. Jay is an excellent trial lawyer and an even better person. I have always been impressed at the amount of time that Jay puts into preparing his client's case for trial. I continue to work with Jay every opportunity I get.
Posted by Kenneth | April 26, 2017
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Always Prepared and Knowledgable
I have been working alongside Jay for many years. He is very knowledgeable about the law and a tremendous talent in the courtroom. Jay has always been timely in court appearances and in responding to the various tasks associated with our profession, even when I have been against him on cases. Jay cares about what he does, and he does a great job for his clients. I have witnessed it first hand, and I have always been impressed with his courtroom demeanor, his preparation and his presentation
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Posted by Bob | February 12, 2016
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Superb Attorney. Knowledgeable. Meticulous. Helpful.
Mr. Kilpatrick was an incredible attorney for my family. I had a complicated jurisdictional custody case. My prior attorney from the previous state recommended him and I couldn't have been happier. Jay took on my case with no issues and helped me through from start to a successful trial. Mr. Kilpatrick is very thorough on his research and strives to present the best case and evidence for the court and opposing council. I could tell that everyone at the courthouse, especially the judge, viewed Jay with very high respect and that's most certainly because of the type and quality of work he had done and shown them in the past. Above all though, Jay answered his phone, made himself available, and personally talked to me on every single instance that I needed his help.
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Posted by Emily | September 24, 2015
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Excellent lawyer, Gets things done!
Hired Jay as my lawyer in a custody case and he did a remarkable job. has proven to be extremely competent, responsive, hard working, and effective! Highly recommend!!
Posted by Karen | May 6, 2015
Jay Kilpatrick
Jay is always informative and helpful. He kept our best interest at the forefront at all times and continuously kept in contact with us to keep us updated with what was happening in our case. If he did not know the answer to any question that was posed, he was able to find out quickly and respond accordingly. He is professional yet friendly and relatable.
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Posted by Penny | May 2, 2015
Highly recommend Jay Kilpatrick
I could not have been more pleased with the way Jay Kilpatrick handled my case. He went above and beyond with research to ensure that I was receiving all that was intitled to me. I am proud to call him my lawyer as well as becoming a friend.
Posted by Rhonda | May 1, 2015
My Favorite Lawyer
Jay went beyond just being a good lawyer for me he became a good friend as well. I was dealing with sharks in my lawsuit and I am so glad I had Jay to handle them. He always kept me informed about what was happening with the lawsuit and would break it down and explain what this or that meant with the case. I had lost my husband and was reeling from shock and I was so lucky to have had a friend who suggested that I call Jay. I look back on that time now and know those were rough days but I feel like Jay "held my hand" all the way through it; not only the legal part but helping me cope and introducing me to other people that I now need in my life as well. He is a lawyer with a very compassionate heart and he will fight your legal battle with a vengeance and still relate to you (his clients) like part of his family. Yes he is very trustworthy. I will forever feel like I can go to Jay and tell him anything and know that it would still be unknown. He proved that many times in my case. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
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Posted by Olivia | May 1, 2015
Great Attorney
Jay and his associates are always there when you need them. He has helped my family understand what has gone on and will be going on in the future. It is important to have an attorney you trust and believe will do the best for you and he always does.
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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check

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AVVO RATING 9.8 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Kobs & Philley, PLLC
  • 2016 - Present
  • Shareholder
  • Young Wells Williams P.A.
  • 2000 - 2016

Education

  • University of Mississippi School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2000
  • University of Mississippi
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1997

Legal Cases

  • Burkeen v. BP, Transocean, et. al.
  • Settled for Confidential Amount
  • Pre-Suit offshore death case
  • Settled for Confidential Amount
  • Higginbotham v. Ferry Transportation, Inc.
  • Settled for Confidential Amount
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Associations

  • Capitol Area Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Member
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2015
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2014
  • Member
  • Million Dollar Advocates Forum
  • 2013
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2013
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory
  • 2012
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2012
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2011
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2010
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2009
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Attorney endorsements

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John Payne
Litigation Attorney | Jun 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I worked with Jay for over four years. I highly recommend him as a litigator. He's a very good advocate for his clients, and has been very successful in achieving impressive results on their behalf. Plus, he's a pleasure to know."
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Yancy Burns
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Jay on numerous personal injury matters to successful resolution. He is an outstanding attorney that goes straight to work on the issues that affect his client's rights."
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John Howell
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is a superior lawyer; he can handle the most difficult cases. i endorse Jay without reservation. we have worked together and always came out on top."
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Stephen Gardner
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jay and I were law partners for a number of years. He was a fine law partner, is a fine lawyer and always represents his clients aggressively, professionally, ethically with their best interests in mind."
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Heather Aby
Unknown Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have had the privilege of working with Jay on a difficult matter. Jay is sharp and fights tirelessly for his client. I would recommend Jay to others and hope to work with him again in the future. Jay is also a great guy in general and a family man."
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Benjamin Philley
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Co-worker
"Jay is a highly skilled and experienced attorney that is well respected in the legal community. We were extremely excited when Jay joined our team last year at Kobs & Philley, PLLC, and we have seen first hand his passion and zealousness in representing injured victims, which translates to his success. I strongly endorse Jay in personal injury and family law matters."
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Jeremy Hawk
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I have worked with this attorney on several personal injury lawsuits. He is professional and educated on the value of his cases. I would hire this attorney if I needed representation for my personal claims."
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Jason Weeks
Litigation
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Kenneth O'Cain
Family
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Kurt Arnold
Admiralty and maritime
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Jeremy Hawk
Litigation
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Heather Aby
Family
Ridgeland Personal injury Lawyer Jay Max Kilpatrick
Jay Max Kilpatrick
Personal injury Attorney
Ridgeland, MS
Licensed for 23 years
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