Victor Wallace Carmody Jr.

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Victor Wallace Carmody Jr.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Flowood, MS
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime ... +3 more

781 Liberty Rd, Flowood, MS

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About Victor

Biography

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Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

I have defended clients from simple misdemeanors to Capitol Murder.

47 years | 5,000 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

I have defended DUI clients in every county in the stare of Mississippi and twenty surounding states

47 years | 9,000 cases

30%
Expungement 10%

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

10%
Sex Crime 10%

10%
Violent Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 45 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Victor Carmody Jr. P.A.

781 Liberty Rd, Flowood, MS, 39232

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Law Offices of Victor Wallace Carmody Jr.

6825 Summer Ave, Bartlett, MS, 38134

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Law Offices of Victor Wallace Carmody Jr.

203 East M St, Starkville, MS, 39759

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Victor Wallace Carmody Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

100 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 22 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Zachary | December 17, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A step above...

It was a pleasure dealing with Mr. Carmody and his office from beginning to end. Carmody's law office was exceptional in responsiveness to my questions, organization with everyone concerning my case, and very helpful and friendly every time I spoke with anyone in the office. As for Mr. Carmody him...self, he was very knowledgeable of the law and the proceedings we were facing. He prepared for my case as if I were the only person that existed. In the court room, his knowledge and preparation was on display. I have nothing but positive things to say about Mr. Carmody and his team and I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone seeking legal defense!!!!

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2014 | DUI & DWI

DUI Dismissed

Mr. Carmody is VERY professional and well informed of the laws.. He represented me well! I HIGHLY recommend him! He managed to get my DUI taken away with me being on one year probation! EASY!!!! Hire him and I promise you will be in a great position!!

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Worried and Scared

Being in the wrong place at the wrong time can land you in a bad situation. I had DUI and careless driving charges. This was not something I had gone through before and I was scared and worried. My husband had heard of Mr Carmody, and set up appointment. I knew right away I wanted him and his staff o...n my side. He was preparing and knew what we needed when I didn't have a clue. His team were always supportive, and Mr Carmody fought for me more than any other attorney I could have had. Mr Carmody kept plugging away even when he knew he had plenty of reasons to feel good about his case, he said "you never know what could happen and we need to have all our ducks in a row." He was absolutely correct with that statement . A day or two before trial we had snow and ice and could not get the things and people we needed to be on our side, I was a basket case, but in the end we won. Mr Carmody had dotted his I's and crossed all the t's, and he new what had to be done to win my case. I would tell anyone if you need an attorney Mr Carmody and his team and staff are exceptional. I have my life back, and it's because he went beyond his duties to help and I will never forget him . Thank you Mr Carmody!!!!

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Review of Vic Carmody and His Law Firm

As a former police officer in the Jackson Metropolitan area I was well aware of Mr. Carmody's reputation. I had seen him in court several times and was very impressed with how he handled himself and his cases. Therefore when I was charged with DUI I did not even debate who I would retain to represen...t me. Also I would like it to be known that Mr. Carmody himself was a Jackson Police Officer reaching the rank of Lieutenant in a very short time. He was also an officer in the reserve components of the the Army. Another important aspect to me was the fact that he was a decorated Vietnam Veteran. As I said earlier, all of the above considered, retaining Vic Carmody was a no-brainer as far as I was concerned. Therefore the day after I was charged I immediately called his law office. The administrative assistant that answered the phone was very helpful and was very aware of the urgency involved. She immediately scheduled me an appointment to meet with Mr. Carmody. I met with him ASAP and he required that I complete a very detailed package. What impressed me most about him was the fact that he presented me with several options for representation and payment of legal fees that made retaining him a possibility. Without getting to personal with the agreement between Vic Carmody and I, he provided me with flexible options that made what would have been impossible to retain him possible. You can imagine that an attorney with the reputation of Mr. Carmody would be extremely busy and almost impossible to contact. Not only was this not true but to remedy his busy schedule, I was assigned a legal assistant who I was able to contact anytime with any questions or concerns. It made the line of communication between me and Mr. Carmody very accommodating. Therefore it goes without saying that his preparation outside and prior to court is unparalleled. As a former police officer and someone who now works with attorneys on a regular basis, his organizational skills and attention to detail set the bar. During the course of my case, I appeared in court with Mr. Carmody twice. His presence in court mirrors his attention to detail and is a direct product of his preparation. Both appearances resulted in rulings in my favor, in the first appearance he used a little known law to obtain a ruling in my favor. The second one of course ended with a not guilty verdict. His knowledge and legal representation didn't end there. Before he left the courtroom he used his knowledge and expertise to arrange things that I hadn't even considered. As you could imagine, I can't recommend this attorney enough. Although I have been in the same courtroom with him several times throughout my professional career, I could only begin to appreciate the reputation he has built by witnessing him and his services first hand. I recommend Vic Carmody without reservation. Also, I would like to thank you Mr. Carmody for going above and beyond to assist me in getting the verdict I deserved. NOT GUILTY!!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2013 | Criminal Defense

A retired attorney as a client.

In the spring of 2012, I was charged with DUI refusal and DUI, first offense, in a Mississippi municipality. Mr. Carmody thoroughly reviewed and prepared my case, including employing an expert witness on my behalf. I felt confident we would have prevailed if a trial was required. However, at b...oth hearings (the Refusal and the DUI, first offense) Mr. Carmody recognized that my civil rights had not been protected. Mr. Carmody is well aware that our forefathers fought and died for our constitutional rights - he takes those issues seriously and has great knowledge in that regard. Because of his expertise, Mr. Carmody was successful in having both cases dismissed without having to go to trial. I am a retired attorney so I knew how to select a good lawyer. Very few lawyers would have accomplished what Mr. Carmody did in my cases. Mr. Carmody is highly competent, very tenacious and cares about his clients. He told me he "had my back" and he did.

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Victor Wallace Carmody Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Megan Rogers-Hasie

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Vic is very knowledgeable with years of experience as a Jackson Police Officer and now Mississippi criminal defense attorney. I feel grateful to have learned from Vic."

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Daniel Dube

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Other

"Vic trained me and 17 other Maine attorneys for three days on the Intoxilyzer 8000: the practice of using one, the science behind how they work, and the science of analyzing their performance. He brought with him two members of his firm and two legendary scientists. Vic keeps an eagle-eye on the practical, trial uses for DUI science, APPLYING expert analysis. It's not enough to understand, one has to convey. And convey he does, wowing fellow specialist attorneys, all with the unmistakable style and wisdom of the Southern gentleman. Anyone charged with a DUI in Mississippi should hire the Carmody firm."

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Dustan Abshire

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the privilege of working with Mr. Carmody while in law school. He is a wealth of knowledge about DUI/DWI. His clients are extremely fortunate to have him as their attorney."

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Aaron Hommell

Unknown lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Mr. Carmody while in law school. I have never had a trial by fire experience like working in his office. He is the type of lawyer who dives into a case head first and doesn't hold back anything. Incredibly thorough and a tough litigator, Victor has been defending DUI and criminal cases for decades. His experience shows. My firm is 10 years ahead of where it should be due to his guidance. I endorse him without reservation."

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Whitney Polson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Vic is "The" DUI defense lawyer in Mississippi."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Victor. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Phillip Goff

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Vic is clearly well-established in the field."

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Daryl Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Victor Carmody is a leader in the field of DUI/DWI Defense. I highly recommend his services if you have been arrested for drunk driving."

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Elizabeth Carpenter

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Vic at a DUI seminar earlier this year. I couldn't believe how much I learned after listening to him speak for just a little over an hour. He is such an inspiration -- highly skilled and talented lawyer. Thank you, Vic!"

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Bryan DePowell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Other

"A great attorney. Zealous advocate for his clients."

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Paul Wright

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply stated, Vic is the dominant and most effective DUI lawyer in Mississippi. I have sent him dozens of cases over the past 20 years, with no one ever saying anything negative about Vic's skills and tactics."

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Jeffrey Padgett

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carmody is one of the best lawyers in the state when it comes to Dui defense. I have attended several of his seminars over the years and always walk away learning something new."

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Francis Springer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Randall Saxton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cory Yager

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vic Carmody is the Mississippi KING of DUI defense. If you can hire Vic, you have made your first step toward clearing up your legal issues."

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Charles Rowland

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anyone who is familiar with DUI should take the counsel of Vic. He has dedicated himself to being the best and I am proud to say I've been a student. Quality!"

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Herbert Ellis

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jerry Knafo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Alexander

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Shaw

Criminal defense lawyer

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Megan Rogers-Hasie

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Aaron Parker

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Aaron Hommell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Campbell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Elizabeth Carpenter

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Paul Wright

Probate lawyer

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jeffrey Padgett

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Patricia Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Francis Springer

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Randall Saxton

Unknown lawyer

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Cory Yager

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Alexander

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Hayslett

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lawrence Newman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Ferguson

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Paul Stanko

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Carl Ward

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Marcos Garza

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice 2012-2015, Avvo

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)

2014

Board Ceritfied DUI Trial Lawyer, The National College for DUI Defense

2014

Super Lawyers DUI 2009 Mid-South Region, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 50 Leaders in Law, Mississippi Business Journal

2014

Super lawyer Mid-South region, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Pre-Eminent 5.0/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

AV Pre-Emnient 5.0/5.0, Lexis Nexis Martindale Hubble

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Av rating Pre-Eminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Av rating Pre-Eminent 5.0/5.0, lexis/nexis Martindale-hubbell

2007

Av rating Pre-Eminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Av rating Pre-Eminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Board Ceritfied DUI Trial Lawyer, The National College for DUI Defense

2005

Av rating Pre-Eminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Board Ceritfied DUI Trial Lawyer, The National College for DUI Defense

Work Experience

1980 - Present

Owner, Victor W. Carmody, Jr., P.A.

Associations

1995 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Founding Regent,former Dean and Fellow

Education

1979

Mississippi College School of Law

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

University of Mississippi Contuining Legal Education

DUI Defense

2013

the National College of DUI Defense DUI Defense

Publications

2014

Thompson/West Mississippi Criminal Trial Practice Forms

2014

Thompson Publishing Group/West Mississippi DUI Law and Practice

2010

Aspatore Book publication UnderstandingDUI Scientific Evidence

2008

Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence Intoxilizer 8000

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Victor earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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