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Jeffrey Blackwood has practiced in the Jackson office for over 23 years and has handled a variety of complex commercial litigation and securities matters. He has litigated cases on behalf of clients in Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Tennessee, Arkansas, West Virginia, Florida, Delaware, and New York. His recent work includes representation of a private equity firm in a complex breach of contract and fraud matter. He actively represents broker-dealers, registered investment advisors and other financial institutions, including cryptocurrency companies in FINRA arbitrations and investigations before the Mississippi Securities Division. Jeffrey has successfully tried a case in Delaware Chancery Court representing a trust in litigation involving investment LLCs, where the client prevailed and was awarded attorneys’ fees. He recently obtained dismissal of a putative class action in federal court in Mississippi representing a healthcare client. In addition, Jeffrey has significant experience in representing life insurance companies and brokers in a variety of matters, including sales practice litigation, regulatory actions and professional negligence actions. Jeffrey routinely speaks and writes on topics related to securities regulatory and enforcement matters. He has been actively involved in pro bono matters while serving on the firm’s Pro Bono Committee. He also routinely volunteers with the Stewpot Legal Clinic. Contact info:[email protected] Click here to visit website
Karen Rogers
I engaged Jeffrey Blackwood to represent my small manufacturing company in a breach of contract dispute with a former supplier. The situation was complex, involving detailed performance metrics and delivery timelines that were being contested. From our first meeting, it was clear that Mr. Blackwood’s 23 years of experience in the Jackson area, particularly his deep background in commercial litigation, gave him a firm grasp of the strategic landscape. He didn't just see the legal arguments; he understood the business pressures we were under. His approach was methodical and his preparation was thorough, which was crucial when we faced a motion for summary judgment from the opposing counsel. His knowledge of Mississippi state court procedures and his calm, steady demeanor throughout the process were invaluable. Ultimately, we reached a very favorable settlement without the need for a protracted trial, which saved significant time and resources. The one area where I noticed a slight delay was in email correspondence during particularly busy periods; sometimes a response would take a full business day. That said, when we had scheduled calls or urgent matters, he was always accessible. I would confidently recommend Mr. Blackwood to any business owner in the Baltimore or greater Jackson area facing complex commercial litigation. His expertise delivers results.
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
