Attorney Bio
With over 45 years of experience, Sam McHard is widely recognized as one of Mississippi’s leading attorneys. Sam and his business partner, Manion Anderson, are the only attorneys in Mississippi known to have obtained two seven-figure verdicts in termite trials—a rare distinction that underscores his deep expertise and relentless advocacy in this specialized area. Outside of trials, Sam has secured numerous seven-figure pre-trial settlements in termite and property damage claims, as well as personal injury verdicts exceeding $4 million and multiple pre-trial settlements above $1 million.
Sam’s broad litigation practice spans catastrophic personal injury, bad faith insurance claims, construction defect litigation, business and commercial disputes, trust and estate litigation, banking litigation, and partnership disagreements. He also has an impressive track record of securing numerous defense jury verdicts in complex civil defense matters, including the highest known jury verdict against Allstate Insurance in Mississippi over the past decade, exceeding $1.7 million.
Sam’s legal career began in Illinois in 1976 and includes admission to practice before multiple courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and federal appellate courts in Illinois, Mississippi, Iowa, Texas, and more. Since relocating to Mississippi in 2001, he has been a key figure in the growth of McHard Anderson and is a sought-after mediator, helping parties resolve disputes efficiently and fairly.
Outside the courtroom, Sam leads an active and fulfilling life. He is passionate about fitness, horses, dogs, chickens, farming, lakes, fishing, hunting, and trucks—embracing the outdoors and rural lifestyle that grounds him. He owns and operates a working farm and a wedding and event venue, both of which reflect his deep ties to community and family.
A proud father of three, Sam balances a demanding legal career with a commitment to family and local life. Whether advocating for clients, mediating complex disputes, or enjoying time on his farm, Sam brings decades of wisdom, determination, and care to all that he does.