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Francis Starr Springer

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Avvo Rating9.7
  • Jackson, MS
  • Licensed for 8 years
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About Francis

Francis S. Springer is originally from Meridian, Mississippi. He attended Meridian Community College where he attained his Associate of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice. He completed his Bachelor's Degree at Mississippi State University-Meridian Campus in 1996, the same year he became a Deputy Sheriff in Lauderdale County, where he served for 11 years.
 
While a Deputy Sheriff, Francis gained valuable experience in DUI enofrcement, felony and misdemeanor crimes, and family issues such as domestic violence. Francis has been certified as operator of the Intoxilyzer 8000, Intoxilyzer 5000, and certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST.) Francis knows the law from both sides. 
 
Francis graduated from the Mississippi College School of Law in 2011. He is a member of the Mississippi Bar and is licensed to practice in all Mississippi State Courts, the United States District Courts of the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi, and the United States Circuit Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit.
 
Francis is dedicated to ensuring that each client gets personal legal representation. Whether you need Criminal Defense Lawyer, a Family Law Attorney, defense of a charge of DUI, an attorney for divorce or child custody, or simple legal advice on any of these issues, Francis is ready to help.

Practice areas

OtherUncontested divorceWills and living willsEmployment and laborCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 25%

    7 years

  2. Employment and labor: 25%

    7 years

  3. Wills and living wills: 15%

    7 years

  4. Uncontested divorce: 15%

    7 years

  1. Divorce and separation: 10%

    7 years

  2. Probate: 10%

    7 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

213 S. Lamar St.
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213 S. Lamar St.
Jackson, MS, 39201

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MSActive201112/01/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Certificate of AppreciationVolunteer Mississippi2016
Pro Bono Lawyer of the YearMississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
President/AttorneySpringer Law Office, PLLC2011 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project, Advisory BoardChairman2017 - Present
Mississippi Board of Bar Admissions Character and Fitness CommitteeMember2017 - Present
Capital Area Bar AssociationMember2016 - Present
Mississippi State Bar, Estates and Trusts SectionMember2016 - Present
Mississippi State Bar, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember2016 - Present
Mississippi Bar, Family Law SectionMember2015 - Present
Mississippi Association for JusticeMember2012 - Present
Mississippi BarMember2011 - Present
Madison County Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
Bar Association of the Fifth Federal CircuitMember2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
Mississippi Bar Association Leadership ForumMember2018 - 2018
Youth VillagesBoard Member2016 - 2017
Mississippi Bar, Solo and Small Firm SectionMember2013 - 2014
Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project, Advisory BoardBoard Member2013 - 2018
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Blue Review, A Publication of the Southern States Police Benevolent Association, Inc."You Have the Right to Remain...Employed?"2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Mississippi College School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2011
Nova Southeastern UniversityMS - Master of Science2004
Mississippi State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
MS/TN/AR Attorney Conference - CLEEthically Representing Police Officers2019
In Legal TermsPolice Stops2019
In Legal TermsFirearms Law2017
In Legal TermsOfficer Training2017
Continuing Legal EducationCriminal Law Update2016
WLBT's Law CallDUI Law2014
Metro Legal Professionals Association, Continuing Legal EducationCriminal Law Update2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Discipline RescindedDiscipline Rescinded
Employee Returned to WorkEmployee reinstated with back-pay
Wrongly AccusedNot Guilty Verdict
Suspension ReversedSuspension Reversed
Unpaid OvertimeSuccessful Settlement
DUI DismissedAll Charges Dismissed
DismissalCharges Dismissed
ManslaughterCase Dismissed by Attorney General's Office
Employee ReinstatedEmployee Reinstated
Civil Asset ForfeitureClient Vindicated
DUI DismissalNot Guilty
DUI DismissedNot Guilty
Justice DoneCharges Dismissed
Employee Back to WorkSettled; Employee Reinstated

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EXCELLENT ATTORNEY

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Mr. Springer was very understanding and walked me through the process we were involved in assuring that I understood each step and kept me up to date on any change or action. He is someone you can feel very comfortable with and confident that your legal concern is getting the attention and expertise needed.
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Professional

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Mr. Springer handled my case with utmost professionalism. He kept me informed as to the process and procedures that would take place. His experience as a former police officer and now a lawyer proved to be a great asset. His guidance gave me confidence throughout the entire process.
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Dianne Ellis, Family Attorney on Nov 3, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Francis is the epitome of professionalism. He is a brilliant man and a brilliant lawyer.

William Housley, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 14, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

Randall Saxton, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lance Mixon, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
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I endorse Attorney Springer, having met him in early 2012 when he and I were both at a training conference on DUI defense. His prior law enforcement background and enthusiasm in practicing law, helping individuals, and seeking justice serves his clients exceptionally well. Lance O. Mixon Flowood, MS

Robert Russell, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 22, 2013
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Francis is passionate about helping people and it shows in the quality of his work and the depth of his efforts. I endorse this lawyer.

Victor Carmody, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 2, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Jun 30, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Everett Pepper, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 1, 2013
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