Jackson County is situated in the far southeast corner of Mississippi along the Gulf of Mexico. It is bordered to the north by George County, Mississippi, to the west by Harrison County, Mississippi, and to the east by Mobile County, Alabama. Jackson County is part of the Pascagoula Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Jackson County was originally part of the Spanish territory. In 1810, the county transitioned from Spanish to American rule when it became part of the Mississippi Territory and came under the United States Constitution. In 1812, Mobile County was split into three counties: Mobile County on the east, Jackson County in the middle, and Hancock County on the West. Jackson County is named for United States President Andrew Jackson.
Shipbuilding began in Jackson County in 1838 and remains an important source of employment today. Chevron USA opened a refinery in Jackson County in the 1960s, providing another important economic resource.
Jackson County is part of the 19 th Judicial District, which includes George County and Greene County, Mississippi. The county seat is Pascagoula, Mississippi. Chancellors include the Hon. Randy Pierce, Hon. Jaye Bradley, and Hon. Neil Harris. The Chancery Clerk for Jackson County is:
Terry Miller
P. O. Box 998
Pascagoula, MS 39568
Phone: 228-769-3499
Fax: 228-769-3135
The contact information for the Jackson County Courthouse is:
The Jackson County Courts Building:
Convent Avenue
Pascagoula, MS 39567
Phone: 228-769-3193
Fax: 228-696-6281
Jackson County’s cities are Ocean Springs, Moss Point, Pascagoula, and Gautier. Other communities in Jackson County include Big Point, Escatawpa, Gulf Hills, Gulf Park Estates, Helena, Hickory Hills, Hurley, Latimer, St. Martin, Vancleave, and Wade.
Like other Mississippi counties, Jackson 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 Jackson County. You can click on the links below to contact one of our attorneys: