Atty. Michael Channing Powell

Atty. Michael Channing Powell

Michael Channing Powell is a lawyer practicing adoption law, child support, child custody and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1975, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Gulfport Gulfport 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Channing Powell at a glance

Michael Channing Powell is a Member based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at M. Channing Powell. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, and probate. Admitted to practice in Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi (1986), U.S. Tax Court (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1986) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. University, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Mississippi Bar American Bar Association American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Channing Powell is a lawyer practicing adoption law, child support, child custody and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1975, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices at M. Channing Powell in Gulfport, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Channing Powell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Channing Powell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Michael Channing Powell is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Mississippi →

Wills

Michael Channing Powell is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Mississippi →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Channing Powell is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Mississippi →

Child Custody & Visitation

Michael Channing Powell is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Mississippi →

Probate

Michael Channing Powell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Michael Channing Powell

Where is Michael Channing Powell's law office located?
Michael Channing Powell's law practice is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. The firm is M. Channing Powell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Channing Powell handle?
Michael Channing Powell focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Michael Channing Powell practiced law?
Michael Channing Powell has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Channing Powell go to law school?
Michael Channing Powell earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. University, 1975).
How can I contact Michael Channing Powell for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Channing Powell 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 Michael Channing Powell received?
Michael Channing Powell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1986
B.S. University
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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