COVID-19 Court and Operations Updates

The Mississippi Bar is carefully monitoring the situation related to coronavirus (COVID-19) and will be continuously reviewing advisories issued by the Mississippi State Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Click here for more information on vaccinations against COVID-19.

We will be making decisions on a case by case basis related to the continuation of Bar events and operations in order to ensure the safety of our Members and staff.  We will notify Members of any disruptions to Bar events or operations by posting to our website and social media accounts as well as emailing enrolled participants.  President Amanda Tollison has sent a letter out to all Members regarding the situation.

 

Court Updates:

The following orders and statements have been issued:


United States Supreme Court:

3/19/20 U.S. Supreme Court: Click here for the order. 


Mississippi Supreme Court:

3/13/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-1. 

3/15/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-2.

3/17/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-3.

3/18/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-4. Click here for the Court's statement about the order.

3/20/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-5; and click here for Emergency Administrative Order-6.

3/26/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-7.

4/9/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for the order. Click here for the motion.

4/23/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-8.

4/30/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for the En Banc Order related to residential evictions.

4/30/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for the En Banc Order related to garnishments.

5/5/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-9.

5/5/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-10.

5/7/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-11.

5/14/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-12.

7/24/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Corrected Emergency Administrative Order-13.

7/23/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-14.

8/5/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-15.

9/4/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-16.

12/1/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-17.

12/18/20 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Order Related to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

4/12/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-19.

5/20/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-20.

8/5/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-21.

9/2/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-22.

10/13/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-23.

11/18/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-24.

12/30/21 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-25.

01/11/22 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-26.

01/27/22 MS Supreme Court: Click here for Emergency Administrative Order-27.

11/10/22 MS Supreme Court: Click here for En Banc Order No. 89.

U.S. Court of Appeals- Fifth Circuit

3/20/20 U.S. Court of Appeals- Fifth Circuit: Click here for the order. 

3/25/20 U.S. Court of Appeals- Fifth Circuit: Click here for the order. 

4/20/20 U.S. Court of Appeals- Fifth Circuit: Click here for the order. 


District Court- Northern District of Mississippi:

3/13/20 U.S. District Court- Northern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

9/29/20 U.S. District Court- Northern District of MS: Click here for the order. 


U.S. Bankruptcy Court- Northern District of Mississippi:

3/17/20 U.S. Bankruptcy Court- Northern District of MS: Click here for the statement. 


U.S. Bankruptcy Court- Southern District of Mississippi:

3/23/20 U.S. Bankruptcy Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the notice. 


U.S. District Court- Southern District of Mississippi:

3/13/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

3/31/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

4/7/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

5/1/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

5/22/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

5/29/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

7/1/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

7/31/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

8/5/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

9/11/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

11/24/20 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

1/7/21 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

3/16/21 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

5/17/21 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

8/5/21 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 

1/22/22 U.S. District Court- Southern District of MS: Click here for the order. 


MS Circuit Court 7th District, Hinds County
:

3/13/20 MS Circuit Court 7th District, Hinds County: Click here for the order. 


MS Circuit Court 20th District, Madison and Rankin County:

3/19/20 MS Circuit Court 20th District, Madison and Rankin County: Click here for the statement. 


MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County:

3/16/20 MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County: Click here for the statement.

3/26/20 MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County: Click here for the statement.

4/2/20 MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County: Click here for the statement.

4/28/20 MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County: Click here for the statement.

5/8/20 MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County: Click here for the statement.

1/12/21 MS Chancery Court 5th District, Hinds County: Click here for the order.

MS Chancery Court 20th District, Rankin County:

3/17/20 MS Chancery Court 20th District, Rankin County: Click here for the order. 


MS Youth Court, Rankin County:

3/16/20 MS Youth Court, Rankin County: Click here for the statement. 


MS County Court, Lauderdale County:

3/23/20 MS County Court, Lauderdale County: Click here for the statement. 


MS Workers Compensation Commission

3/13/20 MS Workers Compensation Commission: Click here for the policy statement. 

 

Practice Management and Remote Work Resources- Member Benefits/Discounts:

The Bar offers several Member Benefits which could be helpful for anyone who needs to work remotely.  Each of these is offered free or at a discount to our Members, and a number of our Member Benefits partners are offering special promotions, including significant discounts, free services, and financial aid, to assist our Members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to learn more about these benefits.

 

Legal Ethics and COVID-19:

Even with the uncertainty of the time, attorneys are still required to follow the ethical obligations set forth in the Mississippi Rules of Professional Conduct (MRPC).

Click here for information about ethical obligations in a time of pandemic.

 

Safety and Wellness Tips:

As the COVID-19 situation increases, many of us will be fearful for ourselves, others, and the future. Here are some tips on taking care of your mental health.

We also encourage our Members to follow issued healthcare guidance related to coronavirus, including:

  • Staying home if you are sick, and avoiding close contact with anyone who is ill.
  • Avoiding touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Washing your hands frequently and thoroughly.
  • Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and objects that are touched often.

Click here for more tips and information from the Mississippi State Department of Health. Click here for the latest information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

In response to the COVID-19 situation and in light of the Mississippi Bar's renewed commitment to lawyer wellbeing, we have created a NEW Health and Wellness webpage.  Members can use this page as a resource for all aspects of health and wellbeing. Check it out here.

 

Federal and State Government Updates:

Governor Tate Reeves has officially addressed the COVID-19 situation through a Proclamation declaring a state of emergency and issuing multiple Executive Orders which are posted on the Secretary of State's website. Click here for Executive Order 1467 temporarily modifying in-person requirements for notarization and click here for guidance related to the Order from Secretary of State Michael Watson.

Federal and State tax filing deadlines have been extended due to COVID-19 . Click here for more information from the Internal Revenue Service and here for information from the Mississippi Department of Revenue.