Atty. Mark N. Halbert

Atty. Mark N. Halbert

Mark Halbert practices in the area of general civil litigation and labor and employment. He has more than 20 years of litigation experience, with extensive experience in employment litigation, tort claims, commercial litigation and estate disputes.

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Profile Summary

About Mark N. Halbert at a glance

Mark N. Halbert is a employment and litigation attorney based in Tupelo, Mississippi, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, Mississippi and Arkansas, Arkansas. Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (J.D., 1996) and Harding University (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Tupelo, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark Halbert practices in the area of general civil litigation and labor and employment
  • He has more than 20 years of litigation experience, with extensive experience in employment litigation, tort claims, commercial litigation and estate disputes
  • Mark represents management in a variety of employment matters including employment discrimination claims, wrongful termination, fair labor standards and practices, and employment policies
  • He represents business clients in contract negotiations, breach of contract claims, non-competition and non-solicitation clauses, and lease disputes
  • His tort litigation work includes premises liability claims, trucking accidents and malicious prosecution
  • He has extensive experience in chancery court matters involving will contests, breach of fiduciary duty and general probate disputes
  • Mark is licensed to practice law in Mississippi and Arkansas, and he has litigated cases in state and federal courts, including appeals to the Fifth and Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Court of Federal Claims

Practice Areas Explained

Mark N. Halbert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark N. Halbert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mark N. Halbert is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 venue, 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 Mark N. Halbert

Where is Mark N. Halbert's law office located?
Mark N. Halbert's law practice is located in Tupelo, Mississippi. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark N. Halbert handle?
Mark N. Halbert focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Mark N. Halbert go to law school?
Mark N. Halbert earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Mark N. Halbert for a consultation?
You can contact Mark N. Halbert 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 Mark N. Halbert received?
Mark N. Halbert's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights; Best Lawyers in America — Defense.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 1996
B.S.
Harding University
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Disability
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Harassment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public and Private Sectors
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — State and Federal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Title VII Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Discharge
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2011-2020), Litigation - Labor and Employment (2011-2020),
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law Experts
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — - Top Recommended Attorney in Tupelo (2016)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, Mississippi
Arkansas, Arkansas

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