James Clayton Gardner, Sr.

James Clayton Gardner, Sr. is a Biloxi attorney at Gardner Law Firm, P.C., representing injured people and consumers across Mississippi. His practice includes personal injury, wrongful death, car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, offshore accidents, shipyard accidents, premises liability, product liability, workers’ compensation, SSD-SSI, and bankruptcy claims. He helps clients pursue compensation, protect benefits, address debt pressure, and understand legal options after serious events. His work serves Gulf Coast families and workers facing difficult claims.

Gardner earned a B.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi. He earned a J.D. from the University of Mississippi. His admissions include Mississippi state courts, federal courts, the Court of Appeals, and the Mississippi Supreme Court. That broad court access supports litigation involving injury claims, benefits disputes, bankruptcy concerns, and appeals when clients need structured advocacy through demanding legal processes. His training supports careful case preparation strategy.

Gardner is a member of the American Association for Justice and the Mississippi Association for Justice. His work reflects plaintiff-focused advocacy for people harmed by crashes, dangerous property, unsafe products, offshore incidents, and workplace injuries. The practice also addresses bankruptcy and disability benefit matters. He evaluates facts, damages, insurance issues, medical records, and deadlines to prepare claims for negotiation, hearings, or trial. Clients receive direct guidance throughout each matter phase.

James Clayton Gardner, Sr. brings decades of Mississippi legal experience to clients facing injury, loss, disability, or financial strain. His practice combines local knowledge, courtroom readiness, and practical guidance for people seeking recovery and stability. He works to build claims with evidence, explain each step, and pursue results through settlement or litigation. This supports clients seeking accountability after accidents and relief from difficult legal problems across Mississippi Gulf Coast communities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Gardner Law Firm, P.C.
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Mississippi Association for Justice
• Member, Mississippi Bar Association

Licensed State

• Mississippi

Education

• University of Mississippi
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Southern Mississippi
  Bachelor of Arts

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