Atty. Kyle S. Moran

Atty. Kyle S. Moran

Kyle Moran practices in the areas of insurance coverage counseling and litigation, as well as and commercial litigation, with an emphasis on energy and marine claims, first-party and third-party insurance property claims, professional liability defense, business torts and contract disputes. He also has extensive experience counseling and defending clients involved in environmental, toxic tort and long-term exposure litigation and managing complex and large exposure claims.

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Profile Summary

About Kyle S. Moran at a glance

Kyle S. Moran is a personal injury and insurance attorney based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar and Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1997) and Mississippi State University (—, 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kyle Moran practices in the areas of insurance coverage counseling and litigation, as well as and commercial litigation, with an emphasis on energy and marine claims, first-party and third-party insurance property claims, professional liability defense, business torts and contract disputes
  • He also has extensive experience counseling and defending clients involved in environmental, toxic tort and long-term exposure litigation and managing complex and large exposure claims
  • In 2010, Mr. Moran completed a secondment as in-house counsel with a Lloyds syndicate in London, where he advised insurers on marine, cargo, energy, property and construction matters
  • Mr. Moran has been awarded the "AV" rating by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, which is the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards
  • He is also among a select group of lawyers listed in The Best Lawyers in America and has been recognized as a "Rising Star" in Mid-South Super Lawyers

Representative Matters

  • One of the lead attorneys for domestic and foreign insurers in coverage litigation related to the 2010 BP Macondon Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico
  • Counsels insurers on property, marine, energy and environmental exposure claims
  • Represents international and domestic insurers in first-party claims, litigation and bad faith claims
  • Represents insureds of international and domestic insurers in various third-party claims, including professional liability claims (lawyers, title agents, engineers)
  • Represents and counsels national corporations in unfair competition litigation
  • Represented manufacturers and suppliers in over 20,000 toxic tort product liability claims
  • Defended large corporation in false advertising and misappropriation litigation
  • Represents gaming industry in commercial disputes and litigation
  • Represents and counsels corporations and other commercial concerns in business disputes and litigation

Practice Areas Explained

Kyle S. Moran's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kyle S. Moran handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 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 Kyle S. Moran

Where is Kyle S. Moran's law office located?
Kyle S. Moran's law practice is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kyle S. Moran handle?
Kyle S. Moran focuses on personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Kyle S. Moran go to law school?
Kyle S. Moran earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (—, 1994).
How can I contact Kyle S. Moran for a consultation?
You can contact Kyle S. Moran 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 Kyle S. Moran received?
Kyle S. Moran's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1997
Mississippi State University
- 1994

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale Hubbell
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar
Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association

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