Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Jackson Family Law Experts You Can Trust
Chinn & Associates, PC is a Jackson, Mississippi-based law firm dedicated to empowering families through complex legal challenges. With over four decades of experience, founding attorney Mark Chinn leads a team committed to resolving divorce, child custody, and family law matters with intelligence, creativity, and unwavering client focus. Our mission-driven approach prioritizes meticulous trial preparation, transparent value-based pricing, and personalized service designed to protect clients' interests while preserving family stability.Recognized nationally for excellence, including accolades from Best Lawyers of America and the National Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, we combine legal expertise with compassionate advocacy to deliver results-oriented representation. Available 24/7, we educate clients on legal options, craft strategic solutions, and maintain a 5.0 Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, underscoring our commitment to ethical excellence and client satisfaction.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
International Custody
Mediation
Asset Protection
Spousal Support
Annulment
Co-parenting Plans
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized family law experience
- Our value-based pricing model ensures transparent costs
- Meticulous trial preparation with witness scripts and decree drafting
- Recognized as Mississippi's Family Law Firm of the Year
- Available 24/7 with direct client communication channels
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Best Lawyers of America
- National Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
What people say
Highly recommend
Awesome staff
Walked me through every step
Fair pricing
Exceptional expertise
Services
divorce representation
Our divorce services guide clients through fault-based and irreconcilable differences proceedings with strategic precision. We specialize in asset division, spousal support negotiations, and post-divorce modifications while prioritizing family stability. With customized litigation strategies and mediation options, our team ensures comprehensive protection of financial and parental rights throughout Mississippi's legal process.
child custody advocacy
We protect parental rights through tailored custody agreements, enforcement actions, and modification proceedings. Our attorneys craft detailed parenting plans addressing visitation schedules, decision-making authority, and emergency custody needs. With expertise in Mississippi's best-interests standard, we secure arrangements that balance parental involvement with children's developmental needs.
prenuptial agreements
Our prenuptial agreement services provide asset protection and financial clarity for couples entering marriage. We draft customized agreements addressing property division, debt allocation, and spousal support provisions while ensuring compliance with Mississippi law. These documents help prevent disputes and establish clear expectations for financial responsibilities during marriage.
postnuptial agreements
We create postnuptial agreements to address financial arrangements and asset protection for married couples. These legally binding documents establish clear guidelines for property division, debt responsibilities, and business ownership during divorce proceedings. Our attorneys ensure enforceable terms that align with Mississippi family law requirements.
international custody cases
Our firm handles complex international child custody disputes under the Hague Convention framework. We specialize in abduction cases, jurisdictional negotiations, and enforcement of custody orders across borders. With experience in multinational legal systems, we prioritize children's safety while protecting parental rights through coordinated international legal strategies.
People
Mark A. Chinn
Founding Attorney
With 40 years of family law experience, Mark Chinn has established himself as Mississippi's leading advocate for family law clients. A Best Lawyers of America honoree, he combines strategic litigation expertise with compassionate representation to protect families during complex legal transitions.
Janeah Kerr
Associate Attorney
Janeah Kerr provides dedicated legal support in family law matters, working closely with clients to navigate divorce and custody proceedings. Her practice focuses on achieving favorable outcomes through negotiation and litigation while maintaining client-centered service standards.
Wendy Harvey
Client Intake Specialist
Wendy Harvey manages client onboarding and case coordination, ensuring seamless communication between clients and legal teams. Her expertise in intake procedures helps streamline the legal process for families facing urgent custody and divorce matters.
Questions
What family law services do you offer in Jackson?
We handle divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, international custody cases, and related family law matters with personalized representation.
How does your value pricing model work?
Our value-based pricing establishes fixed fees for specific services, eliminating hourly billing while ensuring efficient, cost-effective legal solutions tailored to each client's needs.
Can you help with emergency custody situations?
Yes, we provide immediate legal assistance for emergency custody cases, including temporary orders and urgent court filings to protect children's safety.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our combination of 40+ years' experience, strategic trial preparation, and client-focused approach sets us apart, with transparent pricing and 24/7 availability for urgent matters.
Do you handle cases outside Jackson?
We serve clients throughout Mississippi, including Madison and Rankin Counties, with extensive knowledge of local court systems and family law requirements.
