John Clyde Ready has joined Brunini as an associate. John Clyde will focus on litigation and support the firm’s representation of clients across a broad range of industries, including construction, manufacturing, banking, and energy, in matters before state and federal courts in Mississippi. He previously served as a summer associate with the firm.
John Clyde earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from Mississippi Christian University School of Law (formerly Mississippi College School of Law) and his B.S. in Chemical Engineering, cum laude, from Mississippi State University. He also earned an A.A. in Pre-Engineering from Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
While in law school, John Clyde served as a staff editor of the MC Law Review, Legal Analysis and Communication Writing Fellow, Dean’s Ambassador, and a member of the Military Justice Society. He also gained practical legal experience through his volunteer work with the Mission First Legal Aid Clinic, where he assisted with legal filings and discovery matters and advocated on behalf of clients during court hearings.
“John Clyde made a lasting impression during his time with us as a summer associate, and we are excited to welcome him back to Brunini,” said managing partner James McCullough. “We look forward to his continued growth and success.”
Brunini, based in Jackson, is one of Mississippi’s largest and longest-established law firms. Founded over 130 years ago, the firm comprises over 45 attorneys serving businesses and institutions across the Southeast in areas including commercial litigation, construction, economic development, public finance, labor and employment, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, energy and environmental law, public utilities and telecommunications regulation, real estate, trust and estate planning, and probate.