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.
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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.
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- 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
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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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