Atty. Shirley M. Moore

Atty. Shirley M. Moore

Shirley M. Moore is an associate attorney with Burson Entrekin Orr Mitchell & Lacey, P.A.

Laurel Laurel 17 yrs experience 17 year
Call (601) 800-2109 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Shirley M. Moore at a glance

Shirley M. Moore is an Associate based in Laurel, Mississippi, practicing at Burson Entrekin Orr Mitchell & Lacey, PA. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, employment, workers comp, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2009), Alabama (2010), and Tennessee (2010). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 2008) and William Carey College (B.S., 2005). Active member of The Mississippi Bar Alabama State Bar Tennessee Bar Association Defense Research Institute Mississippi Women's Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Laurel, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Shirley M. Moore is an associate attorney with Burson Entrekin Orr Mitchell & Lacey, P.A
  • Ms. Moore is licensed in Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee
  • Her practice includes all aspects of civil litigation, both state and federal, including representing clients in premises liability and medical negligence suits
  • bad faith insurance litigation
  • workers' compensation law
  • labor and employment law
  • and appellate advocacy
  • Before joining the firm, Ms. Moore served as a law clerk to the Honorable Larry Roberts of the Mississippi Court of Appeals
  • During law school, she externed with Magistrate Michael Parker of the United States District Court, Southern District.Ms
  • Moore is a 2005 graduate of William Carey University, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Biology, summa cum laude
  • She earned her Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law in 2008, graduating cum laude
  • During law school, she was involved in numerous activities, including the prestigious Moot Court Board, and was the recipient of many awards and merit scholarships
  • Ms. Moore obtained her LL.M
  • Degree in Taxation from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2014.Prior to joining the legal community, Ms. Moore worked in the dental profession, wherein she co-owned and operated a dental laboratory for over twenty years

Practice Areas Explained

Shirley M. Moore's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shirley M. Moore handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Shirley M. Moore is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →

Workers Compensation

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

Shirley M. Moore is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Mississippi →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Shirley M. Moore is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Laurel 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 Shirley M. Moore

Where is Shirley M. Moore's law office located?
Shirley M. Moore's law practice is located in Laurel, Mississippi. The firm is Burson Entrekin Orr Mitchell & Lacey, PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shirley M. Moore handle?
Shirley M. Moore focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, employment, workers comp, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Shirley M. Moore practiced law?
Shirley M. Moore has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Shirley M. Moore go to law school?
Shirley M. Moore earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S., 2005).
How can I contact Shirley M. Moore for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 2008
B.S.
William Carey College
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 2009
Alabama
Admitted: 2010
Tennessee
Admitted: 2010

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