Atty. H Mitchell Cowan

Atty. H Mitchell Cowan

H Mitchell Cowan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, restructuring & creditors'-debtors' rights, business & commercial litigation, commercial. H received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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Profile Summary

About H Mitchell Cowan at a glance

H Mitchell Cowan is a Special Counsel based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1984). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. University, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association •Defense Research Institute •Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association •The Mississippi Bar. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • H Mitchell Cowan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, restructuring & creditors'-debtors' rights, business & commercial litigation, commercial
  • H received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • H practices at Jones Walker LLP in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

H Mitchell Cowan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

H Mitchell Cowan is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

H Mitchell Cowan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →

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 H Mitchell Cowan

Where is H Mitchell Cowan's law office located?
H Mitchell Cowan's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does H Mitchell Cowan handle?
H Mitchell Cowan focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has H Mitchell Cowan practiced law?
H Mitchell Cowan has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did H Mitchell Cowan go to law school?
H Mitchell Cowan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. University, 1980).
How can I contact H Mitchell Cowan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has H Mitchell Cowan received?
H Mitchell Cowan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 1984
B.S. University
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1984

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