Thomas Orville Cooley, Criminal Defense Attorney in Booneville, Mississippi
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
AttorneyatLangston & Lott, PLLC
Booneville, MS
Practicing criminal defense in Booneville since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Thomas Orville Cooley is an attorney based in Booneville, MS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Thomas has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Langston & Lott, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Booneville, MS
- Experience
- over 15 years
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- Criminal Defense · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense and Litigation matters from Booneville, MS.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas Orville Cooley: Thomas Orville Cooley is an attorney based in Booneville, MS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Thomas has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Langston & Lott, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on criminal defense and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Booneville, Mississippi
Thomas takes criminal defense matters in Booneville, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Booneville, Mississippi
Thomas takes litigation matters in Booneville, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Thomas Orville Cooley — criminal defense lawyer in Booneville
Thomas Orville Cooley is an attorney based in Booneville, MS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Thomas has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Langston & Lott, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
In 2005, Thomas graduated from the University of West Alabama with a bachelor’s degree in English as an Honor’s Scholar. Thomas entered the work force after college, holding management positions in two different businesses before ultimately deciding to pursue a legal career.
In 2011, Thomas received his Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude. While there, he served as the Executive Editor of the Law Review, a Member and Competitor for the Moot Court Program, Secretary for the Public Interest Law Group and as a Pupil Member of the American Inns of Court. As a part of the Moot Court Program, Thomas was the Overall Winner of the Copeland, Cook, Taylor & Bush Moot Court Competition, a National Quarterfinalist in the Rendigs Products Liability Moot Court Competition, a Quarterfinalist in the Mississippi College School of Law Top Gun Trial Competition. Thomas also received several other awards during law school including: Best Paper, Legal Research Fall 2008 and Spring 2009; two-time recipient of the annual Frisby Griffing Marble Scholarship; and two-time recipient of the annual Mississippi College School of Law Merit Scholarship.
After passing the July 2011 Mississippi Bar Exam, Thomas was admitted to practice in Mississippi and began working for Justice Randy G. Pierce of the Mississippi Supreme Court as a law clerk, gaining experience in a diverse range of Mississippi legal issues. While working with Justice Pierce, Thomas returned to his alma mater to serve as an adjunct professor for the Appellate Advocacy Program in 2011 and an adjunct professor for the Legal Writing Program in 2012.
Thomas passed the July 2012 Alabama Bar Exam and has been admitted to practice there as well. Since joining Langston & Lott, Thomas has been active in civil and criminal litigation.
Working with Thomas on a criminal defense matter
In 2005, Thomas graduated from the University of West Alabama with a bachelor’s degree in English as an Honor’s Scholar. Thomas entered the work force after college, holding management positions in two different businesses before ultimately deciding to pursue a legal career. In 2011, Thomas received his Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude.…
Who Thomas represents
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and litigation matters in Booneville and the surrounding Mississippi area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Mississippi College School of Law
J.D. · 2011
University of West Alabama
B.A. · 2005
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
Alabama
2012 · ACTIVE
Mississippi
2011 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in Mississippi College School of Law and B.A. in University of West Alabama.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Mississippi College School of Law and B.A. in University of West Alabama. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Thomas Orville Cooley's office in Booneville
Thomas's primary office is at 100 S Main St, Booneville, MS, 38829-3311. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Thomas Orville Cooley — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Thomas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Booneville.
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How to hire Thomas Orville Cooley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Booneville, Mississippi
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Orville Cooley
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Mississippi typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Booneville?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Booneville, Jackson and Ridgeland in Mississippi
Thomas handles criminal defense matters throughout Mississippi. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense attorneys in that community.
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