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Jackson Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorneys
At Coxwell & Associates, we treat the practice of law as a lifelong commitment to helping clients resolve legal challenges in personal injury and criminal defense. Since 1980, our Jackson-based firm has prioritized focused expertise in these specialized areas, believing that concentrated practice areas yield superior client outcomes. Our team approaches each case with the dedication of a family-owned practice while maintaining the rigorous standards of a seasoned legal institution. With over 70 years of combined experience, we have secured more than $300 million in personal injury recoveries and successfully defended thousands of criminal cases. Our attorneys, including Managing Partner Merrida (Buddy) Coxwell, have earned recognition from prestigious organizations like The National Trial Lawyers and Super Lawyers for their trial excellence.We maintain active community involvement through initiatives like supporting Stewpot, a Jackson-based charity providing essential services to those in need. Our practice philosophy emphasizes transparency, ethical representation, and aggressive advocacy, whether negotiating with insurance companies or challenging prosecutorial evidence in court. We offer free initial consultations to ensure accessible legal representation for Mississippi residents facing personal injury claims or criminal charges.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Wrongful Death
Product Liability
Civil Rights
Medical Malpractice
Truck Accidents
DUI Defense
Drug Crimes
Sex Crimes
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Over 70 years of combined legal experience in personal injury and criminal defense
- Secured $300+ million in personal injury recoveries and defended thousands of criminal cases
- Recognized by The National Trial Lawyers and Super Lawyers for legal excellence
- Specialized focus in personal injury and criminal defense for superior case outcomes
- Active community involvement through local charity partnerships like Stewpot
Associations and certifications
- The National Trial Lawyers
- Avvo
- Super Lawyers
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
What people say
Experienced attorneys
Compassionate approach
Successful outcomes
Aggressive defense
Thorough representation
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients injured through no fault of their own, including car accident victims and medical malpractice survivors. We handle cases involving brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and wrongful death claims. Our team works to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering while navigating complex insurance negotiations.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing criminal charges ranging from DUI offenses to serious felony accusations. Our attorneys challenge prosecutorial evidence, protect constitutional rights, and develop strategic defenses for drug crimes, sex offenses, and violent crime allegations. We represent clients in both state and federal courts across Mississippi.
Wrongful Death
Our firm handles wrongful death cases resulting from medical negligence, defective products, and civil rights violations. We help families pursue justice and financial compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional trauma while providing compassionate legal guidance during difficult times.
Product Liability
We represent clients injured by dangerous drugs, faulty medical devices, and other defective products. Our attorneys investigate manufacturing defects, design flaws, and inadequate warning labels while holding corporations accountable for consumer safety violations and securing compensation for medical treatment and related losses.
Civil Rights
Our civil rights practice focuses on cases involving police misconduct, excessive force, and constitutional rights violations. We pursue justice for victims of unlawful arrests, false imprisonment, and other civil rights abuses while advocating for systemic change through impactful litigation.
People
Merrida (Buddy) Coxwell
Managing Partner
With over 40 years of legal experience, Merrida Coxwell specializes in personal injury and criminal defense. He has secured multiple multi-million dollar verdicts, including a $144 million product liability award. Recognized in Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America, he maintains an AV Martindale-Hubbell rating for legal excellence.
Courtney Sanders
Associate Attorney
Courtney Sanders focuses on personal injury litigation, advocating for clients injured in accidents and medical malpractice cases. With a commitment to client-centered representation, she works to secure fair compensation while maintaining open communication throughout the legal process.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury claims (car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death) and criminal defense cases (DUI, drug crimes, sex offenses) across Mississippi.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations for all personal injury and criminal defense cases to discuss your legal options.
How long have you served Mississippi clients?
Our firm has provided legal representation in Mississippi since 1980, with Managing Partner Merrida Coxwell practicing law for over 40 years.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Jackson, Hinds County, Madison County, and Rankin County, with experience handling cases statewide.
Can I pay with insurance?
Personal injury cases typically involve insurance companies, while criminal defense fees are paid directly. We discuss payment options during consultations.
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