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Find Family Law Attorneys Near You in Hattiesburg, MS
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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Hattiesburg, MS
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Showing 20 family law attorneys in Hattiesburg, MS
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Porter Law Group
33 Town Center Square Suite 200, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 545-2889 porterlaw.ms
Tim Farris Law Firm, PLLC
6645 US-98 #3, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 296-1082 timfarrislaw.com
Hollen Williams Law Firm
22 Keystone Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(855) 755-4300 hollenwilliamslaw.com
Flowers Law Firm
341 N 25th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-9300 aflowerslaw.com
Johnson Ratliff & Waide PLLC
1300 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-4553 johnsonratliffandwaide.com
Vaughn Law Office
404 Hemphill St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 545-8142 vaughnattorney.com
Lowrey, Fortner, & Miri
525 Corinne St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5015 lowreyandfortnerlaw.com
Steen Nancy
224 2nd Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-8291
Shiyou Law Firm
301 W Pine St Ste 100, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-6040 shiyoulawfirm.com
The Holmes Law Firm, P.A.
915 W Pine St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 450-4074 theholmeslawfirm.org
Schmidt Law Firm PLLC
301 W Pine St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 545-2525 schmidtlawfirmpllc.com
The Smallwood Law Firm
612 Main St # 100, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 450-2323
Rush Law Firm
307 W Pine St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 475-1208 rushlawfirms.com
Barefield Law Firm, PLLC
607 Corinne St suite c-4, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 336-7396 facebook.com
Bryan Nelson, P.A.
109 Fairfield Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 261-4100 bnlawfirm.com
Nicholas Sakalarios, Attorney at Law
7 Woodstone Plaza Suite 6, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 261-4212 sakalarioslaw.com
Adelman & Steen
224 2nd Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-8291
Carol Jones Russell Law Firm
713 Ronie St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-9401
Farris S Christopher Atty At Law
6645 US-98, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 271-2285 farrischristopherattyatlaw.com
McLaughlin Law Firm
14 98th Pl Blvd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 579-7500
Family law attorneys in Hattiesburg Mississippi handle divorce child custody child support and adoption cases. Mississippi law requires a 60-day waiting period for uncontested divorces and uses the best interest of the child standard for custody decisions. Local attorneys understand Forrest County court procedures and can guide you through these sensitive matters.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Hattiesburg Cost?
The cost of hiring a family law attorney in Mississippi varies widely. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between 200 and 400 dollars. Simple uncontested divorces may cost 1,500 to 3,000 dollars total. Complex cases involving custody disputes or property division can cost 5,000 to 15,000 dollars or more. Some attorneys offer flat fees for specific services. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grounds for divorce are recognized in Mississippi?
Mississippi recognizes both fault and no-fault grounds for divorce. No-fault grounds include irreconcilable differences. Fault grounds include adultery desertion and habitual cruel treatment. You must prove fault grounds with evidence.
How is child custody decided in Hattiesburg Mississippi?
Mississippi courts decide custody based on the best interest of the child. Judges consider factors like each parents ability to provide care the childs home environment and the childs age. Joint custody is common but the court may award sole custody if needed.
What is the residency requirement for filing divorce in Mississippi?
To file for divorce in Mississippi you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least six months before filing. If you live in Hattiesburg you file in Forrest County Chancery Court. This requirement applies to all divorce cases.
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