Atty. Dennis Leon Sharp

Atty. Dennis Leon Sharp

Dennis Leon Sharp is a lawyer practicing taxation, business planning, trusts and estates and 1 other area of law. Dennis Leon received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Jackson Jackson 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (601) 368-6779

Profile Summary

About Dennis Leon Sharp at a glance

Dennis Leon Sharp is a trusts, family law, business, and tax attorney based in Jackson, Mississippi. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1982), U.S. Tax Court (1985), and Mississippi (2000). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1982) and Arizona State University (B.S., 1974). Serves clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis Leon Sharp is a lawyer practicing taxation, business planning, trusts and estates and 1 other area of law
  • Dennis Leon received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Dennis Leon practices in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis Leon Sharp's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 venue, 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 Dennis Leon Sharp

Where is Dennis Leon Sharp's law office located?
Dennis Leon Sharp's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis Leon Sharp handle?
Dennis Leon Sharp focuses on trusts, family law, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Dennis Leon Sharp practiced law?
Dennis Leon Sharp has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Dennis Leon Sharp go to law school?
Dennis Leon Sharp earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Dennis Leon Sharp for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1982
B.S.
Arizona State University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985
Mississippi
Admitted: 2000

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