About Merrida (Buddy)

Merrida (Buddy) Coxwell is an attorney primarily based in Jackson, Mississippi, specializing in private injury regulation. He serves because the managing partner at Coxwell & Associates, PLLC, where he's known for advocating on behalf of clients across various legal regions. His practice extends beyond personal injury to consist of felony regulation, DUI and DWI defense, elder abuse, merchandise legal responsibility, appeals and appellate work, and civil rights instances. The company is understood for its dedication to justice and client advocacy in the state of Mississippi and beyond. Coxwell earned his law degree from Mississippi College School of Law in 1977, following a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Literature from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1974. His schooling laid a robust basis for his professional legal career, which has spanned numerous decades. In 2009, he in addition developed his skills on the Trial Lawyers College, specializing in trial advocacy and litigation strategies.

His knowledge consists of representation in multiple jurisdictions, similar to Arkansas, West Virginia. The District of Columbia, as well as federal courts just like the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi. Coxwell has additionally practiced within the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and the fifth Circuit. This wide jurisdictional reach lets in him to manage a numerous array of instances, making sure that clients obtain complete legal support.

Throughout his profession, Coxwell has been actively concerned in various legal institutions. He is a beyond president and founding member of the Mississippi Lawyers for Constitutional Justice and has held management roles in organizations such as JAMPAC, the place he serves as chairman. His memberships span severa associations, including the American Trial Lawyers Association, Southern Trial Lawyers Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. This involvement reflects his dedication to advancing justice and protective the rights of people. Coxwell's commitment to the legal profession has earned him recognition in the network. He has received accolades such because the Trial Lawyer of the Year award from the Mississippi Association of Justice. His work has made a significant effect at the lives of many clients, particularly in cases involving private injury and civil rights.

As a passionate advocate, he continues to combat for justice and uphold the principles of fairness within the justice system. In addition to his legal practice, Coxwell remains engaged in various community initiatives and legal reforms. His advocacy extends beyond the courtroom, as he works to address systemic problems affecting susceptible populations. With a profession devoted to serving others, Merrida (Buddy) Coxwell stands as a respected figure within the legal network, dedicated to creating a distinction within the lives of those he represents.

Education

Trial Lawyers College

other

2009

Mississippi College School of Law

J.D.

1977

University of Alabama School of Law

B.S. (1977) | Psychology and Literature

1974

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Spanish (Written)

Experience

Managing Partner

Coxwell & Associates, PLLC

Accepted Jurisdictions

Arkansas
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Mississippi
5th Circuit
West Virginia
District of Columbia

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court
5th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
West Virginia
District of Columbia

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Criminal Law DUI & DWI Nursing Home Abuse Products Liability Appeals & Appellate Civil Rights

Professional Associations

Mississippi Lawyers for Constitutional Justice

Past President and Founding has membership Current

California Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership Current

JAMPAC

Chairman Current

American Trial Lawyers Association

has membership Current

Public Justice and the Center for Justice and Democracy

has membership Current

Tennessee Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership 2009 - Current

Southern Trial Lawyers Association

has membership 2007 - Current

Southern Poverty Law Center

has membership 2007 - Current

Louisiana Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership 2007 - Current

Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership 2007 - Current

District of Columbia Bar

has membership 2006 - Current

West Virginia Bar

has membership 2006 - Current

National Trial Lawyers Association

has membership 2006 - Current

Public Citizen

has membership 2005 - Current

Center for Justice & Democracy

has membership 2005 - Current

American Civil Liberties Union

has membership 2005 - Current

Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership 2005 - Current

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership 2005 - Current

Million Dollar Forum

has membership 2003 - Current

Mississippi Hispanic Association

has membership 2000 - Current

Mississippi State Bar

has membership 1980 - Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

has membership 1980 - Current

American Association of Justice

has membership 1977 - Current

Mississippi Association of Justice

Past President, Political Action Chairman, Trial Lawyer of the Year, Stone Pony Award 1977 - Current

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