Bailess & Rector LLP

Bailess & Rector LLP is a law firm based in Vicksburg, Mississippi, with a history dating back to 1878. The firm is a direct successor to the partnership Birchett & Gilland, originally formed in that year. The attorneys at Bailess & Rector LLP continue a tradition of legal service, focusing their practice on business law, real estate and business transactions, probate matters, employment law, and general civil litigation. The firm operates throughout Mississippi, handling cases in both state and federal courts.

The firm provides legal assistance to individuals, small businesses, and large corporations. Its client roster has included entities such as Trustmark National Bank, RiverHills Bank, General Motors Corporation, and Travelers Insurance Companies. Bailess & Rector LLP has experience in a wide range of litigation matters, including cases heard in state and federal courts, up to the United States Supreme Court. Beyond litigation, the firm has managed numerous business and real property transactions. The attorneys are approved closing attorneys and title agents for Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, Mississippi Valley Title Insurance Company, and First American Title Insurance Company. With over 140 years of combined legal experience, the firm serves clients in various legal issues, from real estate negotiations to lawsuit defense.