Atty. John M. Lassiter, Jr.

Atty. John M. Lassiter, Jr.

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, insurance coverage disputes and 8 other areas of law.

Gulfport Gulfport 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John M. Lassiter, Jr. at a glance

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at Purvis & Co. PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wills, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1991) and Alabama (1993). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1991) and University of South Alabama (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John M. Lassiter, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, insurance coverage disputes and 8 other areas of law
  • John M. received a B.A. degree from University of South Alabama in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John M. practices at Purvis & Co. PLLC in Gulfport, MS

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Lassiter, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M. Lassiter, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Mississippi →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Mississippi →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John M. Lassiter, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 John M. Lassiter, Jr.

Where is John M. Lassiter, Jr.'s law office located?
John M. Lassiter, Jr.'s law practice is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. The firm is Purvis & Co. PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Lassiter, Jr. handle?
John M. Lassiter, Jr. focuses on wills, family law, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John M. Lassiter, Jr. practiced law?
John M. Lassiter, Jr. has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John M. Lassiter, Jr. go to law school?
John M. Lassiter, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact John M. Lassiter, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact John M. Lassiter, Jr. 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1991
B.A.
University of South Alabama
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1991
Alabama
Admitted: 1993

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