Bobby
Bobby L. Dallas is a principal founder of Simmons Dallas PLLC and one of the most accomplished trial attorneys in Mississippi. With more than 36 years of legal experience, Mr. Dallas is nationally ranked among the country's preeminent trial lawyers and has spent his career securing justice for clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries or lost loved ones due to medical malpractice, negligence, or wrongdoing.
Mr. Dallas has tried numerous cases to verdict in both federal and state courts across Mississippi and Tennessee, building a record of substantial verdicts in cases involving doctor and hospital errors and other preventable tragedies caused by healthcare provider negligence. His courtroom achievements are matched by his reputation as a skilled mediator and negotiator. Since mediating his first case in 2007, Mr. Dallas has mediated more than 500 individual claims, and he also serves as an arbitrator and special master.
Whether a case demands aggressive trial representation or strategic out-of-court resolution, Bobby Dallas brings the experience, preparation, and track record to deliver results for his clients at every stage of the legal process.
About
Mr. Dallas has earned an AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible recognition for legal ability and ethical standards, along with consistent recognition from The Best Lawyers in America. His standing among peers is further reflected in numerous top rankings, endorsements, and client referrals accumulated over the course of his distinguished career.
A Mississippi native, Mr. Dallas graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration before earning his Juris Doctor from Mississippi College School of Law in 1988. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Mr. Dallas is an active member of The Mississippi Bar, the Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association, the American Board of Trial Advocates, The Federalist Society, and the Federal Bar Association.
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Mississippi | 1988
U.S. District Court Northern District of Mississippi | 1988
U.S. District Court Southern District of Mississippi | 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit | 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
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Mississippi College School of Law, Jackson, MS
J.D. | 1988
University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS
B.S. | 1981
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Numerous Publications and CLE Presentations
Tort Reform or Special Rights for Health Care Providers: A Summary of House Bill No. 2 | Voir Dire, 10-12, Spring, 2003
The Medicare "Super Lien | Voir Dire, 27-30, Summer, 2003
Out of the 'Frye-ing Pan But Not Necessarily Into the Fire: Mississippi's Adoption of Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Voir Dire
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American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
Federalist Society | Member
State Bar of Mississippi | Member
Medical Association Liaison Ad Hoc Committee | Member
Federal Bar Association | Member
American Association for Justice | Member
Mississippi Association for Justice | Member
Rankin County Bar Association | Member
Hinds County Bar Association | Member
Mississippi College School of Law | Adjunct Professor -
Outstanding Mississippi Trial Lawyer of the Year
Best Lawyers in America | Professional Negligence
Super Lawyer | Insurance Coverage
"AV" Rating in Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
Heber Simmons
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