Best Lawyers Near You in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
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Doris has over 26 years of litigation experience across the Gulf South and leads Galloway’s employment law practice team. Employment law is her center of excellence, supported by a background in insurance coverage, professional liability, construction defect, workers’ compensation, premises liability, and general casualty. A former Assistant District Attorney in New Orleans, she litigates in state and federal courts in Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Texas, as well as before ...
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.
Heather is a member of Butler Snow’s Government and Regulatory Group. She concentrates her practice on public utilities and administrative law. She works primarily with local utility authorities, school boards and municipal governments on a multitude of issues. Her secondary practice is commercial real estate where she conducts multi-million dollar closings.
Jenny Tyler Baker is a shareholder in Carr Allison’s Gulfport (MS) office. Jenny focuses her practice on defending matters involving workers’ compensation, premises liability, professional liability and personal injury. Jenny graduated cum laude from Mississippi State with a Bachelor of Arts in sociology. She then went on to earn her Juris Doctor from Mississippi College School of Law. Jenny is an active member of the Mississippi Bar Association and is a Past President of the Bar....
Peyton Farve is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law and Transportation Law. Peyton, 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 Peyton is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Stephen Broadus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Tax Law. Stephen, 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 Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Chad Ruhr emphasizes clear communication and strategic guidance to build lasting relationships with his clients. He focuses on insurance coverage and defense, construction defects, trucking and transportation, professional liability, general civil litigation, and intellectual property protection, including trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks. Chad also advises on business formation and company structure, helping clients turn ideas into successful ventures. Learn more about Chad’s ...
Nicole M. Harlan is a shareholder in the Gulfport (MS) office where her practice focuses primarily on defense of civil litigation for insurers, insureds and self-insured corporations in a variety of litigation including but not limited to issues involving automobile and trucking litigation accidents, workers’ compensation and premises liability. Nikki earned her bachelor’s degree in English, summa cum laude , from Mississippi State University and her Juris Doctor, cum laude , from...
Phillip LeMere is a defense litigation attorney known for providing honest case assessments and building strong client relationships. He focuses on personal injury, professional liability, construction, and premises liability, with significant appellate experience and a background in family and administrative law that informs creative solutions. Phillip combines efficiency, professionalism, and practical insight to achieve results for his clients. Discover more about Phillip’s practice ...
Clayton S. Welch is an associate in Carr Allison’s Gulfport (MS) office. His practice is focused on defending clients in matters involving general litigation, premises liability, workers’ compensation and insurance. Clayton is admitted to practice in Mississippi and Tennessee. In addition to his legal practice, Clayton serves as a Tactical Air Control Party Specialist in the Mississippi Air National Guard. He has been deployed overseas in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Cla...