About Carol Jones Russell Law Firm — Hattiesburg General Practice in Mississippi

The Carol Jones Russell Hattiesburg general practice serves Forrest and Lamar County clients with broad civil, family, and probate counsel. The firm files at the Forrest County Courthouse on Main Street and the Forrest County Chancery Courthouse on East Pine, both within walking distance in downtown Hattiesburg. Most matters touch multiple practice areas at once — a divorce that involves a deed transfer, an estate that needs a small-business wind-down — which is why the Hattiesburg attorney directory remains a useful starting point for families looking for one capable counsel.

This Hattiesburg general practice handles wills and probate in Chancery Court, divorces and child custody, deeds and small real estate closings, and routine civil disputes filed in County Court. The firm also represents clients in Justice Court traffic and small-claims cases. Carol Jones Russell works regularly with the 12th Circuit Court District clerk’s office on civil filings spanning Forrest, Marion, and Perry counties.

What Clients Say

Reviewers describe a steady, hands-on style — direct calls back, honest case assessments, and reasonable fees for the Pine Belt market. Clients facing time-sensitive family matters value short waits for a first meeting. Estate planning clients appreciate documents that integrate Mississippi homestead and small-business interests.

Hattiesburg General Practice — Practice Areas & Services

• Divorce, custody, child support in Forrest County Chancery Court
• Wills, trusts, and probate administration
• Deeds, title work, and routine real estate closings
• Civil litigation in County Court and 12th Circuit Court
• Small business contracts and entity formation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Hattiesburg general practice attorney handle?

A Hattiesburg general practice attorney covers the routine legal matters most Forrest and Lamar County residents face — wills, divorce, custody, deeds, contracts, and traffic. Complex matters may be co-counseled with specialists in Jackson or the Coast. Chancery matters (probate, divorce, real estate confirmation) go to the Forrest County Chancery Courthouse.

How much does a Hattiesburg lawyer cost?

Simple wills typically run $200 to $500. Uncontested divorces in Forrest County Chancery Court usually cost $750 to $1,500 in attorney fees plus the filing fee. Real estate closings run $400 to $700, and most general-practice hourly rates fall between $200 and $275 in the Pine Belt.

Which courts serve Hattiesburg?

Hattiesburg sits in the 12th Circuit Court District (Forrest, Marion, Perry) and the 10th Chancery District. The Forrest County Courthouse at 110 Alcorn Avenue hosts Circuit and County Court. Federal matters are heard at the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi, Hattiesburg Division.