Hays Burchfield, Appellate Attorney in Eupora, Mississippi

Hays concentrates on appellate, elder law, family law, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hays handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Hays's primary office is at 124 N. Dunn St., Eupora, MS, 39744-0733. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Hays usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Hays discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Hays for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Hays walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Hays offer a free consultation?

  Hays charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hays's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Hays's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Mississippi typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Hays gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Hays take my case if I'm outside Eupora?

  Hays 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 — Hays 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 Hays?

  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. Hays will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Hays accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Hays's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.