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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Canton, MS: 2026 rankings

49 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Canton: The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC, LFR Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 309 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Big Man Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 49.

  3. 4

    Most-reviewed: Camp Law Firm, 189 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 49 ranked after The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC; ranked #4.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

49 Canton criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 10 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 49 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Criminal defense lawyers in Jackson ranking. See Criminal defense lawyers in Jackson

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Canton at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Canton at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC725.0★ (309)Ridgeland, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Big Man Law684.9★ (159)Jackson, 23 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3The Franks Law Firm, PLLC664.8★ (116)Jackson, 23 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4Camp Law Firm654.2★ (189)Jackson, 20 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Most reviews
5The Yurtkuran Law Firm624.9★ (19)Jackson, 23 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6C. Ryan Burns, Attorney at Law625.0★ (52)Ridgeland, 14 mi away——
7Smith Legal Group615.0★ (3)Byram, 10 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Vic Carmody, Jr., P.A.613.4★ (22)Clinton, 19 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9Douglas G. Mercier, Attorney at Law615.0★ (33)Ridgeland, 15 mi away——
10Eichelberger Law Firm, PLLC604.8★ (53)Jackson, 20 mi away——

All 49 criminal defense lawyers in Canton, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 Big Man Law

    Based in Jackson, 23 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 159 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 159 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    401 E Capitol St Suite 210 A, Jackson, MS 39201
    View profile for Big Man Law(601) 357-7777

  4. #4 Camp Law Firm

    Based in Jackson, 20 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 189 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 189 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1764 Lelia Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
    View profile for Camp Law Firm(888) 775-5868

  5. #5 The Yurtkuran Law Firm

    Based in Jackson, 23 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    771 N Congress St, Jackson, MS 39202
    View profile for The Yurtkuran Law Firm(601) 862-1320

  11. #11 Savant & Rich, LLC

    Based in Madison, 12 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    140 Fountains Blvd #210, Madison, MS 39110
    View profile for Savant & Rich, LLC(601) 869-5015

  12. #12 Calderón Law

    Based in Madison, 11 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7716 Old Canton Rd c, Madison, MS 39110
    View profile for Calderón Law(662) 594-2439

  14. #14 Cynthia A. Stewart, P.A.

    Based in Madison, 10 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    118 Homestead Dr Ste C, Madison, MS 39110
    View profile for Cynthia A. Stewart, P.A.(601) 427-9667

  15. #15 The Sims Law Firm, PLLC

    Based in Ridgeland, 15 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.5★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    403 Towne Center Blvd Bldg. C – Suite 4, Ridgeland, MS 39157
    View profile for The Sims Law Firm, PLLC(601) 207-3732

  16. #16 The Coon Law Firm PLLC

    Based in Madison, 11 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2060 Main St, Madison, MS 39110
    View profile for The Coon Law Firm PLLC(601) 299-4464

  17. #17 The Barlow Law Firm, PLLC

    Based in Brandon, 17 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1061 Lake Village Cir Ste B3, Brandon, MS 39047
    View profile for The Barlow Law Firm, PLLC(601) 297-1730

  18. #18 Oberhousen Law Firm

    Based in Ridgeland, 16 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    301 Highland Park Cove Ste A, Ridgeland, MS 39157
    View profile for Oberhousen Law Firm(601) 352-2990

  19. #19 Duncan | Kent, PLLC

    Based in Ridgeland, 14 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.6★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 3.6★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    571 US-51 Ste B, Ridgeland, MS 39157
    View profile for Duncan | Kent, PLLC(601) 345-3136

  20. #20 Andy Stewart & Associates

    Based in Jackson, 20 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.3★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    586 Lakeland E Dr C Suite C, Flowood, MS 39232
    View profile for Andy Stewart & Associates(601) 808-5505

  23. #23 Sumrall & Welch, PLLC

    Based in Jackson, 23 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    401 E Capitol St #100M, Jackson, MS 39201
    View profile for Sumrall & Welch, PLLC(601) 533-5551

  24. #24 Baker Law Firm

    Based in Jackson, 24 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    515 Court St, Jackson, MS 39201
    View profile for Baker Law Firm(601) 968-8008

Criminal defense lawyers ranked #26 to #30

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 30 of 49 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

criminal defense lawyers in Canton, ranks 26 to 30
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Keith B. French Law, PLLC - Personal Injury Lawyer554.8★ (43)23 mi
29Martin And Martin. Pa Attorneys & Counselors524.4★ (19)23 mi
30Clanton Law Firm PLLC524.6★ (9)20 mi

How we ranked Canton criminal defense lawyers

We scored 49 Canton criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Canton data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a criminal defense lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
  • Who will appear with me at each hearing?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Criminal defense lawyers in Canton: frequently asked questions

Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Canton?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Canton, MS is The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC with an LFR Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 309 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Big Man Law (#2) and The Franks Law Firm, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 49 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Canton?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 49 criminal defense lawyers serving Canton, MS. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Canton are open 24/7?

10 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Canton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC (#1), Big Man Law (#2) and The Franks Law Firm, PLLC (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Canton work on weekends?

10 of 49 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC (#1), Big Man Law (#2) and The Franks Law Firm, PLLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Canton criminal defense lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 49 rated criminal defense lawyers in Canton is 4.6★, with a median of 22 reviews. The Law Office of M. Devin Whitt, PLLC has the most, 309 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?

Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do criminal defense lawyers outside Canton count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Canton city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do criminal defense lawyers in Canton, MS charge?

Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?

If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Canton, MS ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Canton?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Canton

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 49 criminal defense lawyers serving Canton.

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