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Paul H. Stephenson III, Business Attorney in Jackson, Mississippi

focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental

Jackson, MS

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Paul H. Stephenson III is an attorney based in Jackson, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental.

Based in
Jackson, MISSISSIPPI
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Energy · Environmental
  • Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from Jackson, MISSISSIPPI.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Jackson (MS) (2025).

About Paul H. Stephenson III: Paul H. Stephenson III is an attorney based in Jackson, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Paul takes on

Paul concentrates on business, energy, environmental, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Paul takes business matters in Jackson, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Paul takes energy matters in Jackson, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Paul takes environmental matters in Jackson, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

General cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Paul takes general matters in Jackson, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Jackson, Mississippi

Paul takes litigation matters in Jackson, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Paul H. Stephenson III — business lawyer in Jackson

Paul H. Stephenson III is an attorney based in Jackson, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental.

Paul H. Stephenson, III was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1977. He is also admitted to practice before all state and federal district courts in Mississippi, as well as the Supreme Court of the United States and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. His practice has focused on business, commercial and financial disputes at the trial and appellate levels involving a wide array of subject matters. Paul's experience includes complex class actions, oil and gas controversies, and business practices challenges under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). His cases of note include The Piney Woods Country Life School v. Shell Oil Co., 539 F. Supp. 957 (S.D. Miss. 1982), aff'd in part, rev'd in part, 726 F.2d 225 (5th Cir. 1984), cert. denied, 471 U.S. 1005 (1985); on remand, No. J74-0307(W) (S.D. Miss. April 24, 1989), aff'd in part,rev'd in part, 905 F.2d 840 (5th Cir. 1990); on remand, 1995 WL 917482 (S.D. Miss. 1995), aff'd in part, 116 F.3d 478 (5th Cir. 1997);on remand, 170 F. Supp. 2d 675 (S.D. Miss. 1999), aff'd, 218 F.3d 744 (5th Cir. 2000); Ayers v. Allain, 674 F. Supp. 1523 (N.D. Miss. 1987),aff'd en banc, 898 F.2d 1014 (5th Cir. 1990), vacated and remanded, 505 U.S. 717 (1992); on remand, 879 F. Supp. 1419 (N.D. Miss. 1995), aff'd in part, rev'd in part, 111 F.3d 1183 (5th Cir. 1997), cert. denied, 522 U.S. 1084 (1998); on remand, 2002 WL 91895 (N.D. Miss. 2002), aff'd, 358 F.3d 356 (5th Cir. 2004), cert. denied,543 U.S. 951 (2004); and Smith v. Tower Loan of Mississippi, Inc., 216 F.R.D.338 (S.D. Miss. 2003), aff'd, 91 Fed. Appx. 952 (5th Cir. 2004),cert. denied., 534 U.S. 1089 (2005).

Paul's approach to business cases

Paul H. Stephenson, III was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1977. He is also admitted to practice before all state and federal district courts in Mississippi, as well as the Supreme Court of the United States and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. His practice has focused on business, commercial and financial disputes at the trial and appellate levels involving a wide…

Clients Paul works with

Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Mississippi

    J.D. · 1977

Paul studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi.

Law school and academic background

Paul completed J.D. in University of Mississippi. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Paul has received 27 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Jackson (MS)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance, Jackson (MS)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Jackson (MS)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation, Jackson (MS)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Natural Resources Law, Jackson (MS)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Oil and Gas Law, Jackson (MS)

    2016

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance, Jackson (MS)

    2015

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Contract

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Jackson (MS) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance, Jackson (MS) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Jackson (MS) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation, Jackson (MS) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Natural Resources Law, Jackson (MS) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Oil and Gas Law, Jackson (MS) (2016).

Locations

Paul H. Stephenson III's office in Jackson

Paul's primary office is at 400 East Capitol Street, Jackson, Mississippi, 39205-0650. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

400 East Capitol Street

Jackson, Mississippi 39205-0650

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Hiring guide

How to hire Paul H. Stephenson III — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Jackson, Mississippi

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Paul

Paul discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Paul's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Paul H. Stephenson III

  • How much does it cost to hire Paul for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Paul offer a free consultation?

    Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Mississippi typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Jackson?

    Paul is licensed in Mississippi. Matters governed by Mississippi law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Paul will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Paul?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Paul accepting new business clients right now?

    Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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