Atty. Michael James Bentley

Atty. Michael James Bentley

Michael James Bentley is a lawyer practicing appeals, human and civil rights, litigation. Michael received a B.A. degree from Millsaps College in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Jackson Jackson 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Bentley at a glance

Michael James Bentley is an Associate based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2007) and Texas (2026). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Millsaps College (B.A., 2000). Active member of The Mississippi Bar. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael James Bentley is a lawyer practicing appeals, human and civil rights, litigation
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Millsaps College in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Michael practices at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Bentley's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Michael James Bentley is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Mississippi →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Michael James Bentley is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Jackson 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 James Bentley

Where is Michael James Bentley's law office located?
Michael James Bentley's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Bentley handle?
Michael James Bentley focuses on litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Michael James Bentley practiced law?
Michael James Bentley has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Michael James Bentley go to law school?
Michael James Bentley earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Michael James Bentley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 2007
B.A.
Millsaps College
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 2007
Texas
Admitted: 2026

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