Atty. Michael Franklin Held, Jr.

Atty. Michael Franklin Held, Jr.

Mr. Michael Franklin Held, Jr. is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, torts, insurance and 1 other area of law.

Gulfport Gulfport 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Franklin Held, Jr. at a glance

Michael Franklin Held, Jr. is an Associate based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on personal injury, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2005), Alabama U.S. Court of Appeal for the Fifth Circuit (2006), and Louisiana (2017). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 2005) and Auburn University (B.A., 2002). Active member of Harrison County, Mississippi and Alabama Bar Associations Harrison County Young Lawyers Association Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute. Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Franklin Held, Jr. is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, torts, insurance and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Auburn University in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michael practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in Gulfport, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Franklin Held, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Franklin Held, Jr. 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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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Michael Franklin Held, Jr.

Where is Michael Franklin Held, Jr.'s law office located?
Michael Franklin Held, Jr.'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 Michael Franklin Held, Jr. handle?
Michael Franklin Held, Jr. focuses on personal injury, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Michael Franklin Held, Jr. practiced law?
Michael Franklin Held, Jr. has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michael Franklin Held, Jr. go to law school?
Michael Franklin Held, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Michael Franklin Held, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 2005
B.A.
Auburn University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 2005
Alabama U.S. Court of Appeal for the Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2006
Louisiana
Admitted: 2017

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