Atty. Michael K. Graves

Atty. Michael K. Graves

Michael K. Graves is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial litigation, land use litigation and 85 other areas of law.

Hernando Hernando 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (662) 657-2577 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael K. Graves at a glance

Michael K. Graves is a Senior Partner based in Hernando, Mississippi, practicing at Graves Palmertree, PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, formation, residential, contracts, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1992). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Mississippi Bar Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit Desoto County Bar Association American Inns of Court Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Hernando, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael K. Graves is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial litigation, land use litigation and 85 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Graves Palmertree, PLLC in Hernando, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael K. Graves's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael K. Graves 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 K. Graves is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Mississippi →

Business Formation

Michael K. Graves is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Mississippi →

Residential Real Estate

Michael K. Graves is one of 9,343 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Mississippi →

Contracts

Michael K. Graves is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Mississippi →

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.

Michael K. Graves is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Hernando 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 K. Graves

Where is Michael K. Graves's law office located?
Michael K. Graves's law practice is located in Hernando, Mississippi. The firm is Graves Palmertree, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael K. Graves handle?
Michael K. Graves focuses on divorce, formation, residential, contracts, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Michael K. Graves practiced law?
Michael K. Graves has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael K. Graves go to law school?
Michael K. Graves earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Michael K. Graves for a consultation?
You can contact Michael K. Graves 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 K. Graves received?
Michael K. Graves's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Land Use Litigation Litigation Adverse Possession Arbitration Bank Collections Bank Foreclosures Bankruptcy Litigation Banks And Banking Boundary Disputes Breach of Contract Business Dissolutions Business Formation Business Law Business Litigation Business Torts Civil Litigation Civil Practice Commercial Contracts Commercial Foreclosure Commercial Insurance Commercial Law Commercial Leasing Commercial Mortgages Commercial Real Estate Commercial Real Estate Development Commercial Real Estate Litigation Commercial Transactions Contract Disputes Contract Litigation Contracts Creditor Bankruptcy Defense Litigation Divorce Easements Evictions Family Law Federal Civil Litigation Federal Civil Practice Federal Practice Foreclosures Franchise Litigation General Liability Defense Guardianship and Conservatorship Homeowners Association Law Insurance Defense Insurance Litigation Land Development Land Use Land Use Permitting Land Use Regulation Landlord And Tenant Landlord and Tenant Law Leasing Lender Liability Loan Workouts Mediation Mortgage Foreclosure Mortgage Refinancing Municipal Law Negligence Personal Injury Personal Liability Personal Liability Defense Personal Property Personal Property Leasing Planned Unit Development Law Property Law Property Management Quiet Title Real Estate Real Estate Brokers And Agents Liability Real Estate Development Real Estate Litigation Real Estate Title Insurance Real Property Development Repossessions Residential Real Estate Development Restraining Orders Rezoning Secured Lending Subdivisions Trial Practice Unlawful Detainer Zoning Zoning Law Zoning Planning and Land Use Zoning Variances

Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1992

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