James M. Crews III - Canton, MS

Jim Crews was born in Memphis, Tennessee and has lived in Mississippi for most of his life. He received his undergraduate degree in English in 1985 and his Juris Doctorate degree in 1992, both from the University of Mississippi.

Having practiced law for more than thirty years, Jim has developed several areas of special emphasis. He has handled hundreds of cases in Chancery Courts across Mississippi, involving practically every legal matter over which those courts have jurisdiction. He has extensive experience in real estate transactions and litigation including adverse possession, conservation easements, confirmation of title, boundary disputes, and easement issues. Jim’s probate practice includes estate planning (wills, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives) administration of estates in Chancery Court, and will contests. Jim represents many clients in family law matters such as divorce, child custody, support, guardianships, and conservatorships. He has also assisted many business owners in the formation and operation of corporations and limited liability companies. Jim has also represented numerous clients in appellate cases before the Mississippi Supreme Court and Mississippi Court of Appeals. He has also served as counsel for utility clients before the Mississippi Public Service Commission and other administrative agencies.

Jim is a member of the Mississippi Bar Association and is licensed to practice law in all State and Federal Courts in Mississippi, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Jim has a strong record of community service. He served on the Board of Directors of Canton Academy, where he was President for two years. He has been a member of the Canton Rotary Club for many years and served as President for the 2017-208 term. He has also served on the Board of the Canton, Mississippi Chamber of Commerce, and the Madison County Committees for Ducks Unlimited and the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Interests: duck hunting, wild turkey hunting, Civil War history, cooking, and fly fishing. Jim is also the author of two books about his hunting and fishing experiences: Amid the Cypress and Behind the Levee.