Atty. Joseph P Compretta

Atty. Joseph P Compretta

Joseph P Compretta is a lawyer. Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Bay St. Louis Bay St. Louis 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Joseph P Compretta at a glance

Joseph P Compretta is a Member based in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, practicing at Joseph P. Compretta Attorney at Law. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1971). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (LL.B., 1970) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hancock County Bar Association Mississippi State Bar. Serands clients in Bay St. Louis, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph P Compretta is a lawyer
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Joseph practices at Joseph P. Compretta Attorney at Law in Bay St. Louis, MS

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 Bay St. Louis 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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Where is Joseph P Compretta's law office located?
Joseph P Compretta's law practice is located in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. The firm is Joseph P. Compretta Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Joseph P Compretta practiced law?
Joseph P Compretta has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Joseph P Compretta go to law school?
Joseph P Compretta earned their education at (LL.B., 1970); (B.S., 1967).
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What awards or recognition has Joseph P Compretta received?
Joseph P Compretta's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1970
B.S.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1971

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