Below you will find answers to questions we hear frequently from prospective clients. If you do not find what you are looking for here, contact us directly and we will be happy to help.

Getting Started

How do I schedule a consultation?

You can reach us by phone at (662) 234-7070 or through our contact page. Our staff will instruct you on how to fill out an intake form and will contact you once one of our attorneys has reviewed that intake form and determined that we may be able to assist you.

Is the initial consultation free?

Yes. We offer free initial consultations. The consultation gives us the opportunity to understand your situation and gives you the opportunity to ask questions and decide whether we are the right fit for your matter.

How does the consultation work?

Consultations are typically conducted by phone. Before or after your call we will ask you to provide any documents relevant to your matter so we can properly evaluate your situation. For a criminal matter that might include a citation, summons, or charging document. For a personal injury matter, relevant documents include accident reports, medical records, insurance correspondence, and photographs. For a family law or estate matter, any existing court orders, legal documents, or correspondence relating to your situation are helpful. If you are not sure what is relevant, send what you have and we will sort through it.

Where are you located?

Our office is located at 103 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 201, Oxford, Mississippi 38655, in the heart of Oxford on the Square. We represent clients throughout Mississippi with a primary focus on North Mississippi.

Fees and Costs

How does your fee structure work?

Our fee structure depends on the type of matter. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not get paid unless you recover. Criminal defense matters are handled on a flat fee basis. All other matters, including family law, business, estate planning, real estate litigation, and estate administration, are handled on a retainer plus hourly basis, with fees and expenses billed monthly.

What does a contingency fee mean?

In a contingency fee arrangement, our fee is a percentage of the amount you recover. You do not pay attorney fees out of pocket and you do not owe us anything if we do not recover on your behalf. Costs advanced during the case, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, and deposition costs, are typically reimbursed from the recovery at the conclusion of the case. We explain the specific terms of the contingency arrangement clearly before you sign anything.

What does a flat fee mean for criminal defense?

A flat fee means you pay a set amount for the representation rather than being billed by the hour. The flat fee covers the work required to handle your matter through the agreed scope of representation. We discuss the scope and the fee clearly at the outset so there are no surprises.

How does the retainer and hourly arrangement work?

For matters handled on a retainer plus hourly basis, you pay an initial retainer at the start of the representation. We bill our time against the retainer at our hourly rate and provide monthly statements showing the work performed and the fees and costs incurred. When the retainer is exhausted, depending on our agreement, additional fees and costs are billed monthly . We discuss the estimated scope and cost of your matter at the outset so you have a realistic picture of what to expect.

About the Firm

What types of cases does Tollison & Webb handle?

We handle criminal defense, business services, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and real estate litigation. Within those areas we maintain a broad practice covering everything from DUI defense and federal criminal matters to will contests, partition actions, commercial litigation, and wrongful death cases. A full list of our practice areas is available on our Services page.

Where do you handle cases?

We represent clients throughout Mississippi. Our primary focus is North Mississippi and we appear regularly in Lafayette County Circuit Court, Lafayette County Chancery Court, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi, and other courts throughout the region. We also handle matters in other Mississippi courts for the right case and regularly serve as local counsel for out-of-state attorneys and businesses with matters in Mississippi.

How long has the firm been in practice?

Tollison & Webb P.A. has been serving clients in Oxford and North Mississippi for over forty years. Our attorneys have tried hundreds of cases in state and federal courts throughout Mississippi and have handled matters at every level including the Mississippi Court of Appeals, the Mississippi Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

How quickly will someone get back to me after I contact the firm?

We make every effort to respond to inquiries promptly. If you call during business hours you will typically be able to speak with someone the same day. Messages and online inquiries are returned as quickly as possible. If your matter is urgent, let us know when you contact us and we will prioritize your call.