Thad W. Varner

Public Finance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Ridgeland, Mississippi

32+ years experience

Butler Snow LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

601-948-5711

https://www.butlersnow.com/attorney/thad-varner

Renaissance at Colony Park, Suite 1400, 1020 Highland Colony Parkway, P.O. Box 6010, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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Bio

Thad serves as Practice Group Leader for the Public Finance, Tax Incentives and Credit Markets Group. His work has been concentrated in all roles of Public Finance since 1996. Thad serves as Practice Group Leader for the Public Finance, Tax Incentives and Credit Markets Group. His work has been concentrated in all roles of Public Finance since 1996. Thad serves as Practice Group Leader for the Public Finance, Tax Incentives and Credit Markets Group. His work has been concentrated in all roles of Public Finance since 1996.

Practice Areas

Public Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Public Finance Law, Jackson, MS (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Public Finance Law, Jackson, MS (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Public Finance Law, Jackson, MS (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Public Finance Law, Jackson, MS (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Public Finance Law, Jackson, MS (2013)
Recognized: Public Finance Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 1993

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Reviews

Sandra Gonzalez

2 weeks ago

A Master of Public Finance Law and Exceptional Counsel

Our municipality engaged Thad Varner to navigate a complex bond issuance for a new public infrastructure project. With over three decades in public finance, his depth of knowledge was immediately evident. He guided our board and staff through every intricate detail with remarkable clarity, anticipating challenges we hadn't considered. His leadership of Butler Snow's Public Finance Group and his multiple 'Lawyer of the Year' recognitions are clearly earned. Thad is not just a brilliant attorney; he's a strategic partner who is genuinely invested in achieving sound public outcomes. The transaction closed seamlessly, a direct result of his meticulous preparation and seasoned expertise.