David W. Baria

I went to law school because I wanted to be a champion of the underdog and because I wanted to work in the courtroom.

As an attorney, I have helped individuals and businesses resolve their legal issues for over 20 years.  During that time, I have resolved thousands of legal disputes through settlement, but I have also conducted nearly 40 jury trials as lead or co-counsel. 

My record of success in the courtroom includes multiple verdicts in excess of $1,000,000.  However, the case I am most proud of is the one in which I helped a client who was rear-ended by a U-Haul truck with faulty brakes. 

I am also proud to serve as a member of the Mississippi Legislature representing District 122 in the Mississippi House of Representatives.  I have worked towards insurance reforms and improving the way in which claims are handled.  I was also instrumental in passing several “Sunshine” bills that have helped provide more accountability in state government.  Since elected in November 2007, I have been honored to receive several legislative awards, including several from the American Lung Association, the American Federation of Teachers and the Mississippi Association for Justice.  I have also been endorsed by the National Rifle Association, The Mississippi Deputy Sheriff's Association and the Mississippi Association of Educators, among others.

As a legislator, I served for three years in a row as Chairman of the Southern Legislative Conference, Gulf and Atlantic State Task Force.  I am also a member of the Board of United Policyholders, a non-profit organization helping insurance consumers.

I am an avid sportsman, enjoying fishing and boating with my family.  My wife Marcie is also one of my law partners.  Together we have three children - Merritt, Bess and Max - who live with us in Waveland, Mississippi.