W. Edward "Ed" Hatten, Jr.

James E. Lambert III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants. James E., who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jason Sumrall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Jason, who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jason is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael represents individuals and companies in litigation related to their business interests, including contract disputes, business torts, and real estate disputes. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® and Super Lawyers® in the field of business litigation.

Leo E. Manuel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law. Leo E., who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Leo E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Peter C. Abide is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Peter C., who practices law in Biloxi, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Peter C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Paul practices in the firm’s Commercial Litigation Group and focuses on bankruptcy, creditors’ and lenders’ rights, financial services litigation, banking and commercial finance litigation, contract and property litigation and receiverships. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell ® and is consistently recognized by Mid-South Super Lawyers ®.

Jonathan P. Dyal is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Land Use and Zoning. Jonathan P., who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jonathan P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Donald Moore is an experienced litigator with a strong record of advocating for his clients in workers’ compensation and liability matters. He has extensive experience representing Longshore clients and handles both federal and state workers’ compensation claims. A leader in his field, Donald has served on the Executive Committee of the Workers’ Compensation Section of the Mississippi Bar, is a Fellow of the College of Workers’ Compensation Attorneys, and is an approve...

WILLIAM L. MCDONOUGH, JR., was born in Oxford, Mississippi, July 1, 1950 and graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1972. Following service in the U.S. Navy, returned to the University of Mississippi School of Law, graduating in 1979, joining the firm of Bryant & Stennis in Gulfport, Mississippi. Member: Mississippi State Bar (Board of Bar Commissioners, 1999-2002); Harrison County Bar Association (President, 1996); Captain, United States Navy Reserve, 1972- 1996. Member of the B...

Ben H. Stone is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law and Gaming Law. Ben H., who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 1993. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ben H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.