Mike Baker began practicing law in 1977. Over those years of practice, he handled or tried to conclusion all types of personal injury litigation: worker’s compensation, vehicular collision, industrial, retail or commercial premises liability, railroad crossing accidents, FELA, Jones Act, general maritime and offshore rig accidents, and 42 USCA 1983 actions defending local governmental units involving civil rights violations, and/or work place discrimination/harassment, general products liability involving a host of products, medical malpractice, and toxic tort involving asbestos, silica, benzene and other chemical exposures.
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When Catherine Rule sets her mind on something, there’s no stopping her. She will fight, learn, and work relentlessly until she achieves her goal. That’s why clients can always trust that Catherine will be a passionate, motivated advocate who keeps her clients’ best interests in mind at all times. With a background in marketing, and a deep love for her friends and family, Catherine is a compassionate lawyer who cares about her clients businesses and livelihoods and fights for them as if they were her own. Clients can always expect Catherine to bring creativity and an enthusiastic effort to their case, making her a trustworthy teammate and the ideal partner clients want in their corner.
Experience. That’s what clients get when they work with Haley Arndt. With a background in criminal prosecution, non-profit experience in D.C. and Cambodia, and 10 years of being a stay-at-home mom, clients can trust that Haley is a reliable, compassionate, detail-oriented advocate who gets things done. Haley doesn’t shy away from the difficult conversations in the courtroom, because she believes in treating every client as a valuable member of the community who deserves accessible and passionate legal care. Taught from an early age to always go the extra mile, Haley works hard to exceed expectations in everything she does. Clients can always expect that Haley will listen to them and work tirelessly to find an innovative, thorough solution for their case because, to Haley, it’s simply the right thing to do and what they deserve.
Molly McNair enjoys being a lawyer because it is a job that makes her a life-long learner. She believes that every task set before her is a gift and an opportunity to strive for excellence, which makes her a faithful advocate for her clients. With the ability to step away from the minute details and see the big picture, Molly uses her efficiency and focus skills to help her clients navigate the legal system with confidence. Molly believes that a lawyer should be a subject matter expert in every case, so her clients can always expect her to be thoughtful about her decisions and creative with her solutions. Finally, Molly is passionate and tenacious, and her clients can feel secure as she fights to represent their interests using knowledge, compassion, and purpose.
When Taylor Waxley was a child doing her homework, her parents would always encourage her to use all methods of finding an answer before coming to them for help. This small push to exhaust all methods of finding a solution fueled Taylor’s work ethic through the rest of her education and various work experiences before law school. Now, as a compassionate, hard-working attorney, Taylor enjoys the ability to help others with issues that without diligent research and creative thinking would otherwise go unsolved. Clients can always expect Taylor to be straightforward and involve them heavily in the process because Taylor takes understanding client concerns, legal and otherwise, very seriously. Using her self-competitive, exhaustive work ethic, Taylor is a dedicated advocate who enjoys solving the most complicated legal puzzles in order to help her clients succeed.
Chelsea is a litigator who draws on her valuable experience as a federal law clerk in her analysis and management of cases. Her time in the courtroom has resulted in Chelsea being a go-to member of trial teams for national clients as they prepare case dispositive briefing and for trial in state and federal courts across the country. Her focus on practical, grounded advice to clients has resulted in numerous dismissals of clients in state and federal courts. Aside from her litigation practice, Chelsea has a particular interest in representing student athletes, coaches, and universities in the unique set of challenges that can arise regarding athletic eligibility. In her free time, Chelsea is an active member of St. James’ Episcopal Church and enjoys advising college students on national scholarship applications.
Mandi Murphy is an accomplished Human Resources professional with more than 10 years of experience in the HR field and 20 years working in various positions in the legal industry. Mandi excels in strategic HR management, employee relations, and organizational development. Her leadership and dedication have been instrumental in fostering a positive workplace culture and driving the company’s HR initiatives forward. She is known for her strategic vision, empathy, and ability to align HR practices with broader organizational goals. In addition to her role as HR Director, Mandi is also the Board President for the Mississippi Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators (MS ALA). Her commitment to the community and her passion for advancing the legal field have made her a key figure in the organization, where she leads efforts to improve the quality of management in legal services organizations, promote and enhance the competence and professionalism of legal administrators and all members of the management team, and represent professional legal management and managers to the legal community and to the community at large. Mandi holds an associate’s degree in paralegal studies from Hinds Community College and a bachelor’s degree in health administration from Belhaven University. In addition to her academic achievements, Mandi is also a Society of Human Resource Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP). When she’s not working, Mandi enjoys attending sporting events, weight training, volunteering in the community and spending time with her family, pets and friends.
FormanWatkins is dedicated to creating solutions to each case that are “out of the box” and Sampada Kapoor is an associate who embodies that very principle. Having grown up in Japan and being the daughter of Indian immigrants, Sampada has overcome many challenges that have empowered her to be a hard working attorney with passion and drive to look for solutions in deep, complicated issues. She speaks Hindi, English, and Japanese, and offers rare perspective and creativity to her clients for whom she cares deeply. Sam grew up believing that unwavering commitment and service can truly inspire change. She became a lawyer because she wanted to join a profession that has a collective ability to positively inspire change in their community locally and nationally, and she works toward this goal every day. Clients can expect to be fully taken care of with Sampada as their advocate, because not only is she knowledgeable and ready to work, but she truly wants to find innovative solutions that help and inspire her clients and their businesses.
“Be a catalyst for change.” This simple phrase drives Margaret to do her best work for her colleagues and her clients. Since her work as an elementary school teacher at a high-needs, year-round school, Margaret has always refused to quit in the hard hours because people rely on her. Margaret is a creative, strategic planner who is adaptable, personable, and passionate. She thrives on building relationships and has a natural teaching disposition, which means clients can expect a knowledgeable and genuine experience when working with her. Margaret is at her best when she is in the thick of a case, collaborating with her teammates, working diligently with her clients to deliver the best possible outcome. No matter the obstacle, Margaret is ready to face each client’s unique case with a listening ear and a relentless work ethic.
To McCann, there is nothing more stimulating than diving deep into a case to uncover the evidence she needs to bring home a win. Thorough and driven, McCann exercises constant curiosity while working her cases, exploring all avenues and possibilities in order to give her clients confidence and peace of mind. McCann is fiercely loyal. Clients can expect her to be well-prepared and well-researched when crafting novel solutions to their unique situations. She is a true advocate with a strong work ethic and firm beliefs in listening, perseverance, kindness, and passion. When she’s not joyfully knee-deep in litigation, McCann is at home making creative homemade Halloween and Mardi Gras costumes for her family and practicing her favorite pastime: forwarding memes.