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Atty. Michael C Barefield

Atty. Michael C Barefield

Michael C Barefield is a lawyer practicing administrative law, adoption, alimony and 16 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Hattiesburg Hattiesburg 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Michael C Barefield at a glance

Michael C Barefield is a Managing Member based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, practforg at Barefield Law Firm, PLLC. They haand 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. Paralegal, 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of The Mississippi Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael C Barefield is a lawyer practicing administrative law, adoption, alimony and 16 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Barefield Law Firm, PLLC in Hattiesburg, MS

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

Practforg law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Hattiesburg 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 substantiand 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 Michael C Barefield's law office located?
Michael C Barefield's law practice is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The firm is Barefield Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael C Barefield practiced law?
Michael C Barefield has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael C Barefield go to law school?
Michael C Barefield earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. Paralegal, 1985).
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What awards or recognition has Michael C Barefield receiandd?
Michael C Barefield's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 1987
B.S. Paralegal
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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