Atty. Michael J Tarleton

Atty. Michael J Tarleton

Michael J Tarleton is a lawyer practicing casualty insurance, automobile insurance, premises liability and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Canton Canton 34 Years Experience 34 year
Call (601) 519-0028

Profile Summary

About Michael J Tarleton at a glance

Michael J Tarleton is a Partner based in Canton, Mississippi, practicing at Eckert & Tarleton LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, workers comp, slip & fall, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1992) and Mississippi United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States Supreme Court (2005). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D. American, 1991) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. Hotel, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Canton, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J Tarleton is a lawyer practicing casualty insurance, automobile insurance, premises liability and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Eckert & Tarleton LLC in Canton, MS and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Tarleton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael J Tarleton is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Mississippi →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Michael J Tarleton is one of 25,743 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Mississippi →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael J Tarleton is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael J Tarleton is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Canton 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 Michael J Tarleton

Where is Michael J Tarleton's law office located?
Michael J Tarleton's law practice is located in Canton, Mississippi. The firm is Eckert & Tarleton LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Tarleton handle?
Michael J Tarleton focuses on business, workers comp, slip & fall, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Michael J Tarleton practiced law?
Michael J Tarleton has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael J Tarleton go to law school?
Michael J Tarleton earned their education at (J.D. American, 1991); (B.S. Hotel, 1982).
How can I contact Michael J Tarleton for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J Tarleton 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 J Tarleton received?
Michael J Tarleton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. American
Louisiana State University
- 1991
B.S. Hotel
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1992
Mississippi United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2005

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