Colette Oldmixon, General Attorney in Poplarville, Mississippi
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
MemberatSmith & Oldmixon
Poplarville, MS
Practicing general in Poplarville since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Colette Oldmixon is a member based in Poplarville, MS. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Colette has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith & Oldmixon. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Poplarville, MS
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Poplarville, MS.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Colette Oldmixon: Colette Oldmixon is a member based in Poplarville, MS. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Colette has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith & Oldmixon. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Colette takes on
Colette concentrates on general, insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Colette handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Poplarville, Mississippi
Colette takes general matters in Poplarville, 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 Colette agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Poplarville, Mississippi
Colette takes insurance matters in Poplarville, 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 Colette agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Poplarville, Mississippi
Colette takes personal injury matters in Poplarville, 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 Colette agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Poplarville, Mississippi
Colette takes product liability matters in Poplarville, 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 Colette agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Colette Oldmixon — general lawyer in Poplarville
Colette Oldmixon is a member based in Poplarville, MS. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Colette has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith & Oldmixon. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Colette Oldmixon is a lawyer practicing plaintiff personal injury law, products liability, insurance and 1 other area of law. Colette received a B.A. degree from Northwestern State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. Colette practices at Smith & Oldmixon in Poplarville, MS.
Colette's approach to general cases
Colette Oldmixon is a lawyer practicing plaintiff personal injury law, products liability, insurance and 1 other area of law. Colette received a B.A. degree from Northwestern State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. Colette practices at Smith & Oldmixon in Poplarville, MS.
Clients Colette works with
Colette reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in Poplarville and the surrounding Mississippi area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 1981
Northwestern State University
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Colette's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
Mississippi
1981 · ACTIVE
Colette studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in Northwestern State University.
Law school and academic background
Colette completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in Northwestern State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Colette runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Colette has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Colette's professional memberships and bar associations
Pearl River County Bar Association The Mississippi Bar
Member: Continuing Legal Education Committee, 1982-1984 Mississippi Lawyer Committee, 1993-1994 Commissioner, 2000-2003 Executive Committee, 2001-2003 Ethics Committee, 2000-2003 (Chair, 2002-2003) Planning Committee, 2002-2003 Professionalism Committee, · membership
Mississippi Bar Foundation Fellow (Trustee, 2005-2007 President-Elect, 2007-2008 President, 2008-2009 Governor's Judicial Appointment Advisory Committee, 2004-2011) Ole Miss Alumni Law School Board, 2010—
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Locations
Colette Oldmixon's office in Poplarville
Colette's primary office is at 201 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS, 39470-2829. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Colette Oldmixon — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Colette. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Poplarville.
5.0
2 client reviews
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How to hire Colette Oldmixon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Colette usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Colette charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colette'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; Colette will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Poplarville, Mississippi
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Colette
Colette discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Colette confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Colette's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Colette Oldmixon
How much does it cost to hire Colette for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Colette walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Colette offer a free consultation?
Colette charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colette's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Colette's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Mississippi typically take?
Simple general 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. Colette gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Colette take my case if I'm outside Poplarville?
Colette 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 — Colette 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 Colette?
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. Colette will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Colette accepting new general clients right now?
Colette's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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