At Gibson & Mullennix, we practice in a number of areas of the law. When dealing with expungements we always get a number of calls. Once we establish if our client is eligible, the question we get the most about expungements is the time frame it takes to get...
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Small Estate Affidavit Revisited
Pursuant to Section 91-7-322 of the Mississippi Code, persons are allowed to file a small estate affidavit. But in 2020 the amount of estate permitted increased. The total amount of the Estate now may be up to $75,000.00. All other elements of the statute remain the...
Early Parole Eligibilty Signed by the Governor
The Mississippi Governor recently signed a new bill that will go into law on July 1, 2021 allowing for expanded parole eligibility for Defendants convicted of a felony: Nonviolent crimes. All persons sentenced for a nonviolent offense shall be eligible for parole only...
Warranty Deed or Quitclaim Deed
At Gibson & Mullennix, we assist clients in all sorts of land matters. A question we commonly receive is what is the difference between a Quitclaim and Warranty Deed? A warranty deed basically guarantees the title of the land and guarantees that the seller of the...
Rights of Surivivorship Deeds
At Gibson & Mullennix, PLLC we handle all types of land issues, including those dealing with the preparation of deeds. In Mississippi, there are several types of deeds and several types of language lawyers may use to help their clients convey property. Today we...
Power of Attorney vs. Conservatorship
A power of attorney is a document that allows another person to make decisions for another. A power of attorney is signed by the person allowing another to handle their finances or health decisions when they are incapacitated. A person is capable of making a power...
Alternatives to Probate Will as Muniment of Title
At Gibson & Mullennix, we understand that not all property and not all probates are million dollar Estates with the ability to pay for appraisers, attorney fees, and other expenses. The probate process can be an expensive one in some cases, but luckily in...