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Lamar Pickard

Former Circuit Judge

“Insurance Mediator”

Hazlehurst, Mississippi

Core Practice Areas

4 Verticals
✓Personal Injury Claims
✓Medical Malpractice Claims
✓Product Liability
✓Insurance Coverage Disputes
✓Certified Neutral
✓Court-Approved ADR

About & Mediation Philosophy

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Lamar Pickard is one of the most experienced attorneys in the state of Mississippi. Serving longer than any other Circuit Judge in the history of Copiah County, Lamar Pickard has invested decades to the practice and study of the law. Whether you are looking for an experienced attorney or a qualified mediator, there is no one that understands the ins and outs of our legal system like Lamar Pickard does. As a Lawyer Pickard’s knowledge of the law, paired with nearly 40 years of legal experience means you can confidently trust Lamar Pickard as your attorney. He understands that you are coming to him during a time of need, and he will represent you and stand by you with compassion and understanding, fighting on your behalf. As a Mediator Not every case needs to go to trial, and Lamar Pickard can help you eliminate the lengthy and costly process of one. You can trust him as your mediator to provide guidance and a resolution. Depending upon what is at stake, both parties may elect to forgo a court trial and choose instead to use mediation. Lamar Pickard is a qualified mediator, having served as a judge for 24 years. He is also credentialed and certified in mediation by the Mississippi Bar Association and can offer an efficient process for attorneys seeking an agreeable settlement.

Credentials & Institutional Standing

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License

Attorney

Education

University of Mississippi School of Law

Law Degree · Law

Mississippi College

Graduate

Work History

2 Positions

Circuit Judge

22nd Circuit Court District

1995 – 2019

Served for 24 years. Elected in 1994.

Attorney / Mediator

The Pickard Law Firm, PLLC

Maintained a private practice in Hazlehurst prior to serving as Circuit Judge and re-opened practice afterwards.

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