Atty. John G. Wheeler

Atty. John G. Wheeler

Recipient: Dean Robert J. Farley Award for highest academic average in graduating law school class; Member, Mississippi Law Journal, 1988-1989.

Tupelo Tupelo 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (662) 205-5991 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John G. Wheeler at a glance

John G. Wheeler is a Shareholder based in Tupelo, Mississippi, practicing at Mitchell McNutt. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1990), Tennessee (2007), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (2007). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1989) and Mississippi State University (B.B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Mississippi Bar Tennessee Bar. Serands clients in Tupelo, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Recipient

  • Dean Robert J. Farley Award for highest academic average in graduating law school class
  • Member, Mississippi Law Journal, 1988-1989

Author

  • "Class Action - Bankruptcy Judge May Exercise Discretion To Allow A Representative To File A Class Proof Of Claim In A Bankruptcy Proceeding," 59 Mississippi Law Journal 633, 1989
  • Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) Mid-South Super Lawyers 2006-2013 - Top 50 Attorneys in Mississippi - Top 50 Attorneys in Memphis Region The Best Lawyers in America 2007-2014 Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Litigation: General Commercial Benchmark Litigation, Litigation Star 2013, 2014

Practice Areas Explained

John G. Wheeler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John G. Wheeler 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.

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Tupelo 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 John G. Wheeler

Where is John G. Wheeler's law office located?
John G. Wheeler's law practice is located in Tupelo, Mississippi. The firm is Mitchell McNutt. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John G. Wheeler handle?
John G. Wheeler focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John G. Wheeler practiced law?
John G. Wheeler has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John G. Wheeler go to law school?
John G. Wheeler earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.B.A., 1987).
How can I contact John G. Wheeler for a consultation?
You can contact John G. Wheeler 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 John G. Wheeler received?
John G. Wheeler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1989
B.B.A.
Mississippi State University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1990
Tennessee
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2007

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