Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Advocates in Canton, Mississippi
Blackmon & Blackmon was established in 1989 as a small but determined legal practice in Canton, Mississippi. Founded by Edward Blackmon, Jr. and Barbara Martin Blackmon, our firm combines deep local roots with national reach, having represented clients across the United States while maintaining our commitment to the Canton community. With over 70 years of combined legal experience, we specialize in personal injury cases including automobile accidents, products liability, and 18-wheeler collisions, alongside insurance bad faith claims, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Our approach emphasizes personalized attention, treating every case with the care and urgency it deserves while upholding the highest standards of professional conduct. We believe in accessibility and transparency, offering free consultations and maintaining open communication throughout the legal process.Our team's extensive courtroom experience and dedication to justice have earned us recognition in both state and national legal circles. While our practice areas have expanded over the decades, our core mission remains unchanged: to provide competent, ethical representation that empowers clients during their most challenging moments. This commitment to excellence is reflected in our meticulous case preparation, aggressive advocacy, and unwavering focus on achieving favorable outcomes. Our office's strategic location in central Mississippi provides convenient access to clients throughout the region while maintaining proximity to the state capital. Every member of our staff shares this philosophy, ensuring that our clients receive not only legal expertise but also compassionate support throughout their legal journey.
Services
Civil Litigation
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Product Liability
Automobile Accidents
18-Wheeler Cases
Taxation Law
Corporate Law
Insurance Bad Faith
Wrongful Death
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined legal experience in Mississippi courts
- Our firm specializes in complex personal injury and products liability cases
- We maintain a 90% client satisfaction rate through personalized attention
- Our attorneys have recovered millions in compensation for accident victims
- We provide free initial consultations with no obligation
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in automobile accidents, slip and falls, and workplace incidents. Our attorneys negotiate with insurance companies and litigate cases to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience handling Mississippi personal injury cases, we ensure clients understand their rights and options throughout the legal process.
Product Liability
Our firm handles cases involving dangerous consumer products, automotive defects, and industrial equipment failures. We investigate manufacturing flaws, design defects, and inadequate warnings to hold manufacturers accountable. With specialized knowledge of Mississippi product liability laws, we help clients recover damages for injuries caused by defective products through settlements or courtroom litigation.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges in Mississippi courts. Our attorneys protect constitutional rights during investigations, plea negotiations, and trials. With extensive courtroom experience, we develop strategic defenses for charges ranging from DUI to violent crimes, ensuring clients receive fair treatment throughout the criminal justice process while maintaining attorney-client confidentiality.
Civil Litigation
Our firm resolves business disputes, contract conflicts, and civil rights violations through litigation and alternative dispute resolution. We represent clients in pre-trial negotiations, discovery processes, and courtroom proceedings. With proven experience handling complex civil cases, we provide strategic legal counsel to achieve favorable settlements or verdicts while maintaining cost-effective representation.
Automobile Accidents
We specialize in motor vehicle collision cases involving cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Our attorneys investigate accident causes, document injuries, and calculate damages for insurance claims. With deep understanding of Mississippi traffic laws, we advocate for victims' rights against insurance companies, ensuring fair compensation for medical treatment, vehicle damage, and emotional trauma resulting from preventable accidents.
People
Edward Blackmon, Jr.
Founding Attorney
Native Canton attorney with 35+ years of Mississippi legal experience. Specializes in personal injury and civil litigation. Committed to community service and client advocacy.
Barbara Blackmon
Founding Partner
Co-founder with extensive corporate law expertise. Handles complex legal matters with strategic precision. Active in local legal education initiatives.
Bradford J. Blackmon
Associate Attorney
Experienced trial attorney focusing on criminal defense and insurance bad faith cases. Graduated top of class from Mississippi College School of Law.
Questions
What types of cases does Blackmon & Blackmon handle?
We specialize in personal injury, product liability, criminal defense, civil litigation, and automobile accident cases. Our attorneys also handle insurance bad faith claims and corporate law matters.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations for all personal injury and legal dispute cases. There's no obligation to proceed after your free case evaluation.
How long have you served Mississippi clients?
Our firm has represented Mississippi clients since 1989. Founding attorney Edward Blackmon, Jr. maintains deep community ties in Canton and surrounding areas.
What makes your firm different?
We combine 35+ years of legal experience with personalized attention. Our attorneys maintain a 90% client satisfaction rate through transparent communication and aggressive courtroom representation.
Can I hire you for out-of-state cases?
While based in Mississippi, we handle cases nationwide. Our firm has successfully represented clients in multiple states through proper legal jurisdiction channels.
How do you bill for legal services?
Most personal injury cases work on contingency fees. Other matters use hourly billing with transparent cost tracking. Payment options discussed during free consultations.
