Greene County is located in Southeast Mississippi along the Mississippi-Alabama border. It is bound by Wayne County on the north, Washington County, Alabama, on the northeast, Mobile County, Alabama, on the Southeast, George County on the south, and Perry County on the west. Its county seat is Leakesville.
Greene County was named after Nathanael Greene, a major general of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War. Greene County was the first of two counties established by an act of December 9, 1811. It was carved from the southeastern part of Wayne County. Although the name is spelled “Greene” in the establishing act, it was spelled “Green” in earlier acts. At one time, Greene County was part of the Choctaw Indian Nation. Through a series of treaties, it became part of the Mississippi Territory and was opened for settlement in the early 1800's.
Greene County is part of the 19th Judicial District, which includes Jackson County and George County, Mississippi. Chancellors include the Hon. Randy Pierce, Hon. Jaye Bradley, and Hon. Neil Harris. The Chancery Court Clerk is:
Michelle Eubanks
P.O. Box 610
Leakesville, MS 39451
Phone: 601-394-2377
Fax: 601-394-4445
Greene County is one of the smallest counties in Mississippi. Towns in Greene County include Leakesville, McClain, and State Line (which is partly in Wayne County).
Like other Mississippi counties, Greene County follows Mississippi Uniform Chancery Court Rule 6.1, which requires every fiduciary (such as an executor or administrator) to be represented by a Mississippi attorney unless such fiduciary is an attorney. Because the administration of Mississippi estates can be complex, involves fiduciary duties, and presents the potential for mismanagement and/or abuse, this rule serves the public benefit by ensuring that those acting on behalf of a Mississippi estate are represented by a Mississippi probate attorney who understands the probate procedures and rules. In order to effectively and efficiently guide you through a Mississippi probate proceeding, the estate attorney must have a good understanding of Mississippi probate and federal tax laws. If you need help with a probate matter, contact a Mississippi attorney that is experienced in probate and estate administration to ensure that the most effective administration of the estate.
Falconberg PLLC serves clients throughout Greene County. You can click on the links below to contact one of our attorneys: