Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Brandon, Mississippi
The Gilliam Firm, PLLC has been a trusted legal advocate for over 28 years, specializing in personal injury, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Our founder, Vicki L. Gilliam, brings extensive trial experience from handling thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases, alongside landmark civil verdicts exceeding $3.8 million in nursing home abuse and medical malpractice cases. Recognized as a Mid-South Super Lawyer and recipient of the Mississippi Association for Justice 'Least Weasel Award,' we combine rigorous legal expertise with a commitment to client-centered representation.Our practice spans Mississippi, Texas, and Arkansas, with a proven track record in high-profile cases involving environmental justice, product liability, and insurance bad faith. We maintain active memberships in leading legal organizations, including the American Association for Justice and Mississippi Public Defenders Association, while prioritizing transparency, ethical standards, and community engagement through speaking engagements and legal education initiatives.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Premises Liability
Product Liability
Insurance Bad Faith
Highlights and features
- We have secured over $25 million in verdicts and settlements across 28 years of practice.
- Our firm handles complex cases involving catastrophic injuries and high-profile criminal defense.
- Recognized as Mid-South Super Lawyers and Top 10 Female Attorneys by national legal institutes.
- We maintain active leadership roles in the Mississippi Association for Justice and American Association for Justice.
- Our practice spans three states with multi-jurisdictional experience in federal and state courts.
What people say
Experienced attorneys
Successful verdicts
Dedicated representation
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured due to negligence in cases involving automobile accidents, nursing home abuse, and medical malpractice. Our firm has secured $3.8 million verdicts in pressure ulcer cases and $2.8 million in medical negligence claims. With multi-jurisdictional experience across Mississippi, Texas, and Arkansas, we advocate for clients' rights to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Criminal Defense
Our practice includes defense of felony and misdemeanor charges, including capital murder and drug offenses. With over 50 felony appeals handled and extensive courtroom experience, we provide aggressive representation in state and federal courts. The firm's work in high-profile cases, including capital murder trials, demonstrates our commitment to protecting clients' constitutional rights through trial or negotiated resolutions.
Product Liability
We pursue claims against manufacturers for dangerous drugs, medical devices, and consumer products causing injury or death. Our firm obtained a $2.5 million settlement in an automobile seatback defect case and represented 650 Native American clients against Ford Motor Company. We investigate manufacturing defects, design flaws, and inadequate safety warnings to hold corporations accountable for preventable harm.
Premises Liability
We handle cases where property owners' negligence causes slip-and-fall accidents, negligent security incidents, and wrongful deaths. Our attorneys establish liability for hazardous conditions like poor lighting and unsafe walkways. The firm advocates for compensation covering medical costs, lost income, and emotional damages resulting from preventable accidents on commercial or residential properties.
Insurance Bad Faith
We challenge insurance companies that deny or delay legitimate claims in violation of contractual obligations. Our practice addresses bad faith practices across auto, health, and homeowners insurance policies. We pursue compensation for policyholders facing financial hardship due to insurers' failure to investigate claims properly or offer reasonable settlements within policy limits.
People
Vicki L. Gilliam
Owner/Attorney
Vicki L. Gilliam is a Mississippi-based attorney with 28 years of experience in criminal defense and civil litigation. A Mid-South Super Lawyer and former public defender, she has secured over $25 million in verdicts for clients. She serves on legal association boards and speaks nationally on trial practice and ethics.
Melissa Legate
Office Manager
Melissa Legate serves as Office Manager and paralegal with 17 years of experience supporting complex litigation. A Mississippi College graduate in Paralegal Studies, she manages firm operations and client communications while maintaining a key role in case preparation and execution.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle automobile accidents, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, and catastrophic injury cases resulting from negligence.
Can you represent out-of-state clients?
Yes, our attorneys are licensed in Mississippi, Texas, and Arkansas, with federal court experience including the U.S. Supreme Court.
How are legal fees structured?
Most personal injury cases are handled on contingency, while criminal defense typically requires retainer agreements discussed during consultation.
What qualifies your firm for complex litigation?
Our track record includes multi-million dollar verdicts, class action representation, and leadership roles in national legal organizations.
Do you handle appellate cases?
Yes, we have extensive experience handling appeals, including over 50 felony appeals and complex civil litigation appeals.
