Charles Nicholas Smith, Car Accidents Attorney in Southaven, Mississippi
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Creditor Rights, and Criminal Defense · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratChatham Gilder Howell Pittman
Southaven, MS
Practicing car accidents in Southaven since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
Are you Charles Nicholas Smith?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Charles Nicholas Smith is a partner based in Southaven, MS. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Creditor Rights, and Criminal Defense. Charles has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Southaven, MS
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · Creditor Rights · Criminal Defense
- Handles Car Accidents, Creditor Rights, and Criminal Defense matters from Southaven, MS.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Charles Nicholas Smith: Charles Nicholas Smith is a partner based in Southaven, MS. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Creditor Rights, and Criminal Defense. Charles has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Charles's practice areas in Southaven
Charles concentrates on car accidents, creditor rights, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
View other Car Accidents attorneys
Creditor Rights
View other Creditor Rights attorneys
Criminal Defense
View other Criminal Defense attorneys
Family Law
View other Family Law attorneys
Litigation
View other Litigation attorneys
Personal Injury
View other Personal Injury attorneys
Car Accidents cases in Southaven, Mississippi
Charles takes car accidents matters in Southaven, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Southaven, Mississippi
Charles takes creditor rights matters in Southaven, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Southaven, Mississippi
Charles takes criminal defense matters in Southaven, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Southaven, Mississippi
Charles takes family law matters in Southaven, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Southaven, Mississippi
Charles takes litigation matters in Southaven, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Biography
Charles Nicholas Smith, car accidents attorney serving Southaven
Charles Nicholas Smith is a partner based in Southaven, MS. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Creditor Rights, and Criminal Defense. Charles has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Charles works from Southaven, Mississippi and takes on car accidents matters across the region.
Nick Smith is admitted to practice in state courts in Mississippi and Tennessee. He is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court Northern District of Mississippi. Mr. Smith’s areas of practice include personal injury, criminal defense, civil litigation including contract disputes and actions under the Fair Debt Collections Act and Fair Credit Reporting Act. Mr. Smith was hired in 2010 at the Chatham Pittman Law Firm and is now a partner at Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman PLLC.
Nick Smith grew up in Tate County, Mississippi, where he attended Senatobia High School and went on to continue his education at Northwest Mississippi Community College. He finished his undergraduate studies at The University of Mississippi. Following graduation, he worked as a deputy clerk in the Tate County Chancery Clerk's Office for his grandfather Wayne Crockett. He then attended Law School at Mississippi College School of Law.
While in law school Mr. Smith interned at the District Attorney's office serving Tate, Panola, DeSoto, Yalobusha, and Tallahatchie Counties of the 17th Judicial District. Mr. Smith graduated law school in 2009. Following law school, Mr. Smith returned home to Senatobia. In June of 2013 Mr. Smith began serving as the Municipal Judge for the City of Senatobia. Mr. Smith has served as the President for the Northwest Mississippi Young Lawyers Division and currently serves Panola County Mississippi as one of the County’s Public Defenders. Mr. Smith’s litigation experience includes trial work in Municipal Courts, Circuit and Chancery Courts, and Federal Court.
Past Employment Positions
• District Attorney's Office of the 17th Judicial District, Extern, 2008
Professional Associations and Memberships
• American Bar Association (ABA)
• North Mississippi Young Lawyers
• Desoto County Bar Association
Working with Charles on a car accidents matter
Nick Smith is admitted to practice in state courts in Mississippi and Tennessee. He is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court Northern District of Mississippi. Mr. Smith’s areas of practice include personal injury, criminal defense, civil litigation including contract disputes and actions under the Fair Debt Collections Act and Fair Credit Reporting Act. Mr. Smith was hired in 2010 at…
Who Charles represents
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, creditor rights, and criminal defense matters in Southaven and the surrounding Mississippi area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Charles studied and practices
Mississippi College School of Law
J.D. · 2009
University of Mississippi
B.A. English · 2005
Jurisdictions
Charles's state bar admissions
Tennessee U.S. Distr
2011 · ACTIVE
Mississippi
2010 · ACTIVE
Charles studied at J.D. in Mississippi College School of Law and B.A. English in University of Mississippi.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed J.D. in Mississippi College School of Law and B.A. English in University of Mississippi. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Charles's legal honors and published work
Charles has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Charles's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association (ABA) North Mississippi Young Lawyers Desoto County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Charles Nicholas Smith's office in Southaven
Charles's primary office is at 232 Goodman Road W, Suite 305, Southaven, MS, 38671. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman
232 Goodman Road W, Suite 305
Southaven, MS 38671
Open in Google MapsClient feedback
Client reviews of Charles Nicholas Smith — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Charles. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Southaven.
5.0
1 client review
Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Charles Nicholas Smith claims this profile.
Read all reviewsHiring guide
How to hire Charles Nicholas Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles'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; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Southaven, Mississippi
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 Charles
Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents 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. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Charles Nicholas Smith
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Charles offer a free consultation?
Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Mississippi typically take?
Simple car accidents 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. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Southaven?
Charles 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 — Charles 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 Charles?
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. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Charles accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Charles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Car Accidents attorneys serving Southaven, Jackson and Ridgeland in Mississippi
Charles handles car accidents matters throughout Mississippi. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified car accidents attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated car accidents attorneys in Mississippi
If Charles's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these car accidents attorneys in Southaven handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.
