About James

James H. Heidelberg is a lifelong resident of Pascagoula, Mississippi, and has been practicing law in the area since his admission to the Mississippi Bar in January 1978. His practice primarily involves trial and appellate litigation in the fields of personal injury, governmental law, and professional liability. Over his career, Mr. Heidelberg has briefed or argued over eighty cases before the Mississippi Supreme Court, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. He represents several Mississippi governmental agencies and political subdivisions and is an approved attorney for the Mississippi Tort Claims Board. Additionally, he serves as an approved arbitrator for both the Mississippi Bar’s Court Annexed Mediation Project and the National Association of Security Dealers (NASD).

Mr. Heidelberg maintains an active mediation and arbitration practice and provides governmental and policy consultation to state and national clients, as well as advice to governmental entities and public officials. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science and Finance from the University of Southern Mississippi and his Juris Doctorate Degree from the University of Mississippi. Before establishing his own practice, he worked at the law firm of Heidelberg Steinberger P.A. in Pascagoula, Mississippi. His experience in litigation and arbitration has made him a respected figure in the Mississippi legal community. Mr.

Heidelberg is a member of several professional organizations, including the Mississippi State Bar, the Mississippi Bar Foundation, the Jackson County Bar Association, the Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association, the Mississippi Claims Association, the Defense Research Institute, the American Inns of Court, the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel. The International Association of Defense Counsel. These affiliations reflect his commitment to professional development and his dedication to the legal profession. In his personal life, Mr. Heidelberg is known for his community involvement and his dedication to public service. He has been a mentor to many young attorneys and has served on various committees within the Mississippi State Bar. His contributions to the legal community have been recognized by his peers.

He continues to be an active participant in legal education and reform initiatives. Mr. Heidelberg's career is marked by a dedication to excellence in legal practice and a commitment to serving the people of Mississippi. His experience and active involvement in the legal community make him a valuable resource for clients seeking knowledgeable and experienced legal representation in the areas of personal injury, governmental law, and professional liability.

Education

University of Mississippi

J.D. (1977)

1977

University of Southern Mississippi

B.S. (1975) | Political Science & Finance

1975

Languages

English (Spoken)

Accepted Jurisdictions

Mississippi

Professional Associations

Mississippi State Bar

has membership Current

Mississippi Bar Foundation

has membership Current

Jackson County Bar Association

has membership Current

Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association

has membership Current

Mississippi Claims Association

has membership Current

Defense Research Institute

has membership Current

American Inns of Court

has membership Current

Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel

has membership Current

International Association of Defense Counsel

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 711 Delmas Ave Pascagoula MS 39567