Criminal defense law is comprised of the legal protections furnished to individuals who have been accused of commiting a crime. Government prosecutors and law enforcement agencies have considerable resources at their disposal. Without appropriate protections for the accused, the balance of power would remain skewed in favor of the government. Just treatment for criminal defendants often depends as much on the skill of their attorney as it does the legal protections available. The Littlefield Law Firm wants to serve you by insuring the government honors your constitutional rights and by asserting the proper defenses for your criminal case.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Law, also referred to as Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Law, encompasses state statutes and municipal ordinances that make it illegal to operate a motor vehicle (automobile, boat, or airplane) after consuming a specified amount of alcohol. These cases are criminal in nature, although they can involve civil penalties, such as a suspension of driving privileges. DUI laws often include prohibitions against driving under the influence of all other controlled substances as well. In addition to jail time, fines, Mississippi Alchohol Safety Education Program (MASEP) classes, victim panel sessions, and other penalties, those arrested for DUI or DWI also face suspension of their driver’s license. In Mississippi, a suspension will result either from a conviction, or failing to submit to the test when stopped by police. The same constitutional protections that exist in criminal court do not apply here, making it especially important to reach out to The Littlefield Law Firm to handle the matter as soon as possible!

Elder Law refers to the area of legal practice pertaining to issues that affect older people (usually those over 60 years of age). At The Littlefield Law Firm, our focuses in the field of elder law include estate planning; guardianship; commitment (when an elder becomes too disabled to live outside of a care facility); conservatorship (when an elder or those entrusted with the elder's affairs, begin to deplete the assets of the estate, conservatorship seeks to prevent those losses; elder abuse, neglect, and fraud – all too often nursing homes do not properly care for those entrusted to them which can result in malnutrition, bed sores, other injuries, and even death; crimes against the elderly – Unfortunately, many older people become more susceptible to fraud and other crimes as they age. A large and growing body of law pertains to preventing crime against the elderly and enhancing penalties against those who take advantage of these persons. These laws can include consumer protections, nursing home abuse laws, and sentencing guidelines for crimes against older persons. If you or someone you know has questions pertaining to elder law, please call our firm or click the link in the top right of this screen schedule an appointment with us today!

Family law is a combination of statutes and case law which regulate the legal duties between individuals who share a domestic bond. In Mississippi, almost all family law proceedings must be addressed through the chancery court system. Because of the emotionally-charged complexion of family law cases, parties are strongly encouraged to retain legal counsel. The Littlefield Law Firm is here help you in your hour of need.

A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is an attorney who is either appointed by the Court (in Mississippi, generally by a Chancellor) or agreed upon by parties to a civil action for the sole purpose of pursuing the best interests of a party or minor child who lacks the individual capacity to pursue their own best interests. Perry E. Littlefield, Esq. of The Littlefield Law Firm is able to provide the services of a GAL upon request.

While most individuals identify the term litigaiton to conincide with trial work, the truth is that the litigation process begins long before the first day of trial. In fact, most cases never reach the courtroom at all. If you or your business have a matter which a lawsuit might solve, or if someone else filed a lawsuit against you or your business, The Littlefield Law Firm is here to tailor a litigation strategy from beginning to end to fit your needs.

Oil & gas law applies to the procurement and ownership of rights in oil and gas under the soil before discovery and after its capture as well as adjudication regarding those rights. In the U.S., extraction of oil and gas is regulated by the individual states through statutes, common law, federal, and consititutional law. If you believe you or your business has a claim to the acquisition or ownership rights of oil or gas, The Littlefield Law Firm will be happy to assess your claim and assist you in determining how to proceed with a suitable remedy.

Personal injury law concerns the legal remedies and defenses integral to civil lawsuits brought as a result of wrongful conduct. In fact, the word tort comes from a Latin term meaning "twist, wrong, or harm." In contrast to criminal law, a tort action does not involve the government bringing charges against an offender. Rather, these cases involve a private party, or plaintiff, seeking compensation (usually money) for harm caused by the actions of a wrongdoer, or defendant. The Littlefeild Law Firm is ready always to assess the claims of individuals who have been harmed by the actions of another. Also, if you've been accused of injuring another, our door is open to provide a thoughtful legal strategy to represent you in your case.

The area of real estate and property law involves a variety of related issues, including the following: rights and interests in real estate and real property; sales, purchases and other transfers of real estate and real property; legal aspects of rental property and landlord issues; tenants’, renters’ and homeowners’ rights; title to real property; settlement of claims against property rights; property development; zoning and land use; related agriculture issues; home loans and foreclosures; and various other relevant topics. This is a complex practice area, further complicated by the significant inconsistency in the laws throughout different cities and states. While we are not currently performing real estate closings, The Littlefield Law Firm is ready now to assist you with any other real estate and property law matters that may arise.

Religious Freedom has become one of the most sensitive legal issues of today. In Mississippi, legislation has been recently passed for the purpose of protecting religious organizations, individuals, and businesses from laws which might call upon them to perform a task which violates their religious beliefs, convictions, or conscience. The Littlefield Law Firm is always ready to come to defense of and adocate for any individuals, organizations, or businesses protected by these laws, who face or may face legal action as the result of taking a stand for what they believe.