Atty. Chokwe Lumumba

Atty. Chokwe Lumumba

Chokwe Lumumba is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Chokwe received a B.A. degree from Kalamazoo College in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Chokwe Lumumba at a glance

Chokwe Lumumba is a Member based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Lumumba & Freelon Associates. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976) and Mississippi (1991). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1975) and Kalamazoo College (B.A., 1969). Active member of State Bar of Michigan The Mississippi Bar National Conference of Black Lawyers. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chokwe Lumumba is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Chokwe received a B.A. degree from Kalamazoo College in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Chokwe practices at Lumumba & Freelon Associates in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Chokwe Lumumba's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chokwe Lumumba handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Jackson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chokwe Lumumba

Where is Chokwe Lumumba's law office located?
Chokwe Lumumba's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Lumumba & Freelon Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chokwe Lumumba handle?
Chokwe Lumumba focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Chokwe Lumumba practiced law?
Chokwe Lumumba has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Chokwe Lumumba go to law school?
Chokwe Lumumba earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1969).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1975
B.A.
Kalamazoo College
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1976
Mississippi
Admitted: 1991

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