Important: This form does not create an attorney-client relationship, and nothing submitted here is protected by attorney-client privilege or any duty of confidentiality. Do not include any confidential, sensitive, or potentially privileged information. This screener is for scheduling purposes only.
Step 1 — What do you need help with?
What type of legal matter brings you here?
Select the option that best describes your situation. Not sure? Pick the closest match.
Step 2 — Location
Where is the matter located?
Step 3 — Additional context (optional)
Is there anything else that would help us prepare?
This field is completely optional. Do not include any confidential, sensitive, or privileged information. No attorney-client privilege exists until a signed Engagement Agreement is in place.
Final step — Urgency
Is there a court date, hearing, or legal deadline within the next 30 days?
We may be able to help.
Your matter appears to fall within our practice areas. Please proceed to schedule your consultation below.
Please book your initial consultation using the link below. After booking, a pre-appointment intake form will be sent to your email — please complete it before your appointment so we can make the best use of your time together.
Please note that your consultation may be cancelled or rescheduled if a conflict of interest is identified upon review of your information. You will be notified promptly if that occurs.
You indicated an upcoming or possible deadline. Please be aware that depending on your deadline and the nature of your matter, we may not be able to complete the necessary work in time. You should take this into consideration before booking and, if your deadline is imminent, you may wish to contact multiple attorneys simultaneously to ensure timely representation.
Initial consultation fee: $50, payable in advance. After booking, you will receive a payment link to submit your consultation fee. Your appointment is not confirmed until payment is received. If you proceed to hire this firm, the $50 fee will be applied toward your matter.
Already a client? Use the same booking link above — you will be asked to identify your client status and routed to the appropriate appointment type.
Outside our current service area.
Our firm currently limits its practice in this area to matters within Mississippi's First Chancery District.
Our firm currently handles this type of matter only within Mississippi's First Chancery District, which serves Alcorn, Itawamba, Lee, Monroe, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Tishomingo, and Union counties. We are not currently accepting matters of this type located elsewhere in Mississippi.
If you have questions about whether your matter qualifies, you are welcome to contact us before booking.
Need help finding an attorney in your area?
The Mississippi Bar's Lawyer Referral Service can connect you with an attorney who handles your type of matter.
Call (601) 355-8037 or visit msbar.org.
We are unable to assist.
Our firm is licensed and practices exclusively in the State of Mississippi.
Carly J. Carman, PLLC is licensed and practices exclusively in Mississippi. We are unable to assist with legal matters arising in other states, and estate planning documents — including wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives — can only be prepared for Mississippi residents.
Need help finding an attorney in your state?
Visit your state bar association's website or use the American Bar Association's lawyer referral directory at americanbar.org.
This may not be the right fit.
Your matter may fall outside our current practice areas.
Our firm currently focuses on estate planning, probate, business formation, real estate, guardianship, conservatorship, adoption, tax deed confirmation, and parental representation in child protective services matters — all within Mississippi.
If you believe your matter does fit within one of these areas, feel free to contact us directly before booking.
Need help finding the right attorney?
The Mississippi Bar's Lawyer Referral Service can connect you with an attorney in your area.
Call (601) 355-8037 or visit msbar.org.
Guardian ad Litem — court-directed appointment.
Please book using the dedicated link below. Your court-ordered GAL deposit must be paid before or promptly after booking.
If a court has directed you to contact Mrs. Carman regarding a Guardian ad Litem matter, please book your appointment below. There is no separate charge for this appointment — it is covered under the Guardian ad Litem fees you have been ordered by the court to pay.
If you have not yet paid your court-ordered GAL deposit, you must do so before or promptly after booking. Please refer to your court order for the amount you are required to pay. Payment can be made using the link below.
When booking, please have the following ready: case name and docket number, county the case is in, name(s) of the child(ren), which parent or party you are, and your attorney's name and contact information.
If you were not directed here by a court order, or are unsure whether this applies to you, please contact the office before booking — 662.593.3079 or carly@nextdoorlawyer.com.
Please proceed to schedule your consultation below.
Please book your appointment using the link below. Please note that your appointment may be cancelled or rescheduled if a conflict of interest is identified upon review of your information. You will be notified promptly if that occurs.