If you need a lawyer in the Jackson Mississippi locality, search no further than Joanie Perkins Potter.
You want someone who is committed to your success, right? Attorney Potter is experienced, compassionate,
and eager to work for you in many fields of law.
Car Wrecks, 18-Wheeler Accidents, and Personal Injury
If you are in a car accident or get hurt somehow, don’t think about the slick TV lawyers. Think Joanie Perkins Potter. Text or call her on her cell phone (601)-238-3190 as soon as it happens. She does not care what time, day, or place. Just pick up your phone and call. Even if you are in the hospital, she will be right there-- literally at your beckon call.
Divorce
The breakup of a marriage is one of the saddest times in life. Two people who once loved each other find themselves in a battle for their future. You need someone who will lead you through the division of marital assets, including real and personal property, business interests, professional practices, tax-deferred savings, and retirement benefits. She will help you sort through your personal obligations, as well as matters regarding custody, child and spousal support and visitation arrangements for minor children. Joanie Potter is compassionate and soothing. She will get you through it.
Child Support
You have a child with a person who once supported you. Now that you have broken up, he doesn't support your child at all. Your child needs a father who provides for him as well as fathers him. Sometimes the father will do it, sometimes he won’t. When he won’t, you need an attorney to make him do it. It’s not easy but there is a way to get support forced on the absent father or mother. You can’t make them sustain a relationship with their child, but you can make them pay child support. We can help you get the support your child deserves.
Visitation
One of Attorney Potter’s biggest pet peeves is when she sees a custodial parent interfering with visitation by the non-custodial parent. All parents have a right to see their children. It’s called parental rights. If you have not done anything harmful to your child, you have the right to visit. Sadly, sometimes you have to fight for it. The greatest feeling of helplessness comes when a father cannot see his child due to a mother’s anger toward him. So what can you do? Let Attorney Potter file a petition for visitation and prepare a visitation schedule that is ratified by the Court – one which the custodial parent must obey.
Bankruptcy
Financial woes are common these days. Many times it is no fault of your own. You get laid off, you get sick and do not have health insurance, you lose your house or car due to decreased income. The mortgage remains a debt, your credit is shot, and you feel like you have nowhere to turn. Turn to Joanie Potter. She can help you through the bankruptcy laws and seemingly unlimited mound of paperwork required to file. Be assured, once your bankruptcy is filed and your creditor's meeting is over, you will feel nothing but relief.
Child Custody
It’s big! That’s the best way to describe a custody case, especially when both parents are equally fit. What will the judge do about that? It is the attorney’s job to make sure all details of the Albright Factors are presented -- putting her client in the best possible light while finding and presenting negatives about the opposing party. Yes, it’s a difficult task and requires experience and fearlessness. You will get experience as well as valor with Attorney Potter. She is your best chance at winning.
Guardian Ad Litem
Many times judges appoint Guardian Ad Litems (GAL) to represent the interest of children in custody and other matters. Your children need someone who cares for them. As the mother of two daughters, Attorney Potters knows what it feels like to long for complete protection of your child. Let her protect your child. Call on her to serve as your child’s GAL.
Wills & Estates
Do you have a Will? If not, hurry up and get one. You never want a judge to determine who gets your land, money and personal property. Furthermore, opening an estate is expensive and time consuming for your family after you are gone. Potter Law Firm prepares your Last Will and Testament which directs everyone what to do in the event of your death. If you are the child of a deceased parent who did not leave a Will, you will need to open an estate in order for your parent’s property to pass to you according to law. It is not automatic. Call Attorney Potter to prepare your Will or open the estate of your deceased parent.
Birth Certificate Correction and Name Change
What’s the difference between a Name Change and a Birth Certificate Correction? With both, your goal is to get a new birth certificate with your preferred information. A name change is when you simply want another name. You need a court order, but a judge does not care what you name yourself. A birth certificate correction is where the information on your birth certificate was incorrect from the start. It’s more difficult because the State (Vital Records) is the Defendant and has to be notified by Petition. They will have to Answer the Petition before a judge will hear your case. Usually, if you have evidence that a mistake was made, you will get relief.
Veterans Legal Issues
If you are a veteran you know how difficult it is to get the benefits you deserve. Sometimes the intricacies of the law are daunting and you need help navigating through the paperwork, hearings, and appeals. Call for a consultation if you think you should be receiving benefits.
Civil Cases
Never wonder if you have a case. Just text or call Attorney Potter and ask. She promises to be honest and straight forward. She will point you in the right direction.
Expungments
Do you have a record that hinders your progress? You might be able to get that record expunged. There are strict rules regarding what can and cannot be expunged and when. Call Attorney Potter to find out if your record can be cleaned up.
Criminal Cases
Potter Law Firm can handle your criminal case too. Attorney Potter's criminal law colleagues will get you a fair deal and try your case before a judge or jury, giving you the best chance to win.
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