Lee Thaggard, Civil Rights Attorney in Meridian, Mississippi
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBarry, Thaggard & May, LLP
Meridian, MS
Practicing civil rights in Meridian since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Lee Thaggard is a partner based in Meridian, MS. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government. Lee has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barry, Thaggard & May, LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Meridian, MS
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Government
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Government matters from Meridian, MS.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Lee Thaggard: Lee Thaggard is a partner based in Meridian, MS. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government. Lee has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barry, Thaggard & May, LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lee takes on
Lee concentrates on civil rights, employment, government, insurance, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Civil Rights cases in Meridian, Mississippi
Lee takes civil rights matters in Meridian, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Meridian, Mississippi
Lee takes employment matters in Meridian, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Meridian, Mississippi
Lee takes government matters in Meridian, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Meridian, Mississippi
Lee takes insurance matters in Meridian, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Meridian, Mississippi
Lee takes product liability matters in Meridian, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lee Thaggard — civil rights lawyer in Meridian
Lee Thaggard is a partner based in Meridian, MS. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government. Lee has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barry, Thaggard & May, LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Lee Thaggard has been licensed to practice in Mississippi since 1992. He is admitted to practice in all Mississippi state courts, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and the United States District Court for the Southern and Northern Districts of Mississippi. He has earned a BV Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, showing his high ethical commitment and legal knowledge. He joined the firm in 1994 and has served as the firm’s managing partner. His primary area of practice is civil litigation, with emphasis on public sector, employment law, civil rights defense, and products liability. He is an authorized agent of Mississippi Valley Title Insurance Company.
Mr. Thaggard is a member of the Defense Research Institute, the American Bar Association, the Bar Association for the Fifth Federal Circuit, and the Mississippi Bar. He is a member and past secretary of the Lauderdale County Bar Association. He has served as a Director for the Young Lawyers Division of the Mississippi Bar, as well as past president of the Young Lawyers Division of the Lauderdale County Bar.
Mr. Thaggard earned a B.P.A. in accounting from Mississippi State University in 1987 and his J.D., cum laude, in 1992 from the University of Mississippi School of Law. In law school, he was a member of the legal honor society Phi Delta Phi and served on the staff of the Mississippi Law Journal. He authored the comment "DNA Fingerprinting: Overview of the Impact of the Genetic Witness on the American System of Criminal Justice," published at 61 Mississippi Law Journal 423 (1991). During 1992-94, he served as a law clerk to U.S. District Judge Walter J. Gex, III of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi.
Mr. Thaggard serves on the Board of Directors for the Downtown Optimist Club of Meridian, Mississippi, and is past president of the Stonebriar Property Owners Association. He has over 30 years of military service primarily in the Mississippi Army National Guard. Mr. Thaggard is qualified as an Army aviation officer, as an Army judge advocate, and is a veteran of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He is a lifetime member of both the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the National Guard Association of the United States. Mr. Thaggard and his family attend Northpointe Presbyterian Church in America.
Working with Lee on a civil rights matter
Lee Thaggard has been licensed to practice in Mississippi since 1992. He is admitted to practice in all Mississippi state courts, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and the United States District Court for the Southern and Northern Districts of Mississippi. He has earned a BV Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, showing his high ethical commitment and…
Who Lee represents
Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and government matters in Meridian and the surrounding Mississippi area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 1992
Mississippi State University
B.P.A. Accounting · 1987
Jurisdictions
Lee's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1992 · ACTIVE
Mississippi U.S. Dis
1992 · ACTIVE
Lee studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.P.A. Accounting in Mississippi State University.
Law school and academic background
Lee completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.P.A. Accounting in Mississippi State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lee runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Lee has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Lee Thaggard's office in Meridian
Lee's primary office is at 505 Constitution Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Lee Thaggard — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Lee. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in Meridian.
4.4
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How to hire Lee Thaggard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee'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; Lee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Meridian, Mississippi
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Lee
Lee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Lee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lee Thaggard
How much does it cost to hire Lee for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lee offer a free consultation?
Lee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Lee's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Mississippi typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Lee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lee take my case if I'm outside Meridian?
Lee 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 — Lee 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 Lee?
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. Lee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lee accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Lee'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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