Atty. Leo Ernest Manuel

Atty. Leo Ernest Manuel

Leo Ernest Manuel is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, energy transactions and acquisitions, corporate / incorporation. Leo received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Gulfport Gulfport 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Leo Ernest Manuel at a glance

Leo Ernest Manuel is a Partner based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at Balch & Bingham LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on formation, m&a, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2005). Educated at University of Richmond School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Louisiana State University (B.S. Mechanical, 2001). Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Leo Ernest Manuel is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, energy transactions and acquisitions, corporate / incorporation
  • Leo received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Leo practices at Balch & Bingham LLP in Gulfport, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Leo Ernest Manuel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leo Ernest Manuel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Leo Ernest Manuel is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Leo Ernest Manuel

Where is Leo Ernest Manuel's law office located?
Leo Ernest Manuel's law practice is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. The firm is Balch & Bingham LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leo Ernest Manuel handle?
Leo Ernest Manuel focuses on formation, m&a, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Leo Ernest Manuel practiced law?
Leo Ernest Manuel has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Leo Ernest Manuel go to law school?
Leo Ernest Manuel earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S. Mechanical, 2001).
How can I contact Leo Ernest Manuel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Richmond School of Law
- 2005
B.S. Mechanical
Louisiana State University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 2005

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