Atty. Michael O. Gwin

Atty. Michael O. Gwin

Michael O. Gwin is a lawyer practicing banking and financial institutions, consumer financial services, corporate trustee consulting and litigation and 18 other areas of law.

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About Michael O. Gwin at a glance

Michael O. Gwin is a Member based in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing at Watkins & Eager. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, business, and class action. Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1986) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Community & Professional •St. Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael O. Gwin is a lawyer practicing banking and financial institutions, consumer financial services, corporate trustee consulting and litigation and 18 other areas of law
  • Michael O. received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1983, and
  • Michael O. practices at Watkins & Eager in Jackson, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael O. Gwin's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael O. Gwin is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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 O. Gwin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael O. Gwin is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael O. Gwin is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Class Action

Michael O. Gwin is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action 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 O. Gwin

Where is Michael O. Gwin's law office located?
Michael O. Gwin's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Watkins & Eager. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael O. Gwin handle?
Michael O. Gwin focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, business, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Michael O. Gwin go to law school?
Michael O. Gwin earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael O. Gwin for a consultation?
You can contact Michael O. Gwin 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 O. Gwin received?
Michael O. Gwin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1986
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

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