Atty. Joe Sam Owen

Atty. Joe Sam Owen

Joe Sam Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Joe Sam, who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 1991.

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Profile Summary

About Joe Sam Owen at a glance

Joe Sam Owen is a medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, white collar, and product liability attorney based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at Owen, Owen & Smith PLLC. Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1972) and University of Mississippi (BA, 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Joe Sam Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Joe Sam, who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 1991
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joe Sam is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Joe Sam Owen's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Joe Sam Owen is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Mississippi →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joe Sam Owen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Joe Sam Owen is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Mississippi →

White Collar Crimes

Joe Sam Owen is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Mississippi →

Product Liability

Joe Sam Owen is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Gulfport 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 Joe Sam Owen

Where is Joe Sam Owen's law office located?
Joe Sam Owen's law practice is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. The firm is Owen, Owen & Smith PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joe Sam Owen handle?
Joe Sam Owen focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, white collar, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Joe Sam Owen go to law school?
Joe Sam Owen earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (BA, 1971); (—, 1971).
How can I contact Joe Sam Owen for a consultation?
You can contact Joe Sam Owen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joe Sam Owen received?
Joe Sam Owen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1972
BA
University of Mississippi
- 1971
University of Mississippi
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Gulfport)
- 2012
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation (Gulfport)
- 2011

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