Michael Blaine McMahan, Insurance Attorney in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
MemberatMcMahan & Brinkley, PA
Hattiesburg, MS
Practicing insurance in Hattiesburg since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Michael Blaine McMahan is a member based in Hattiesburg, MS. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Michael has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McMahan & Brinkley, PA. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Hattiesburg, MS
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Hattiesburg, MS.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michael Blaine McMahan: Michael Blaine McMahan is a member based in Hattiesburg, MS. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Michael has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McMahan & Brinkley, PA. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Insurance cases in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Michael takes insurance matters in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Michael takes litigation matters in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Michael takes personal injury matters in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Michael Blaine McMahan — insurance lawyer in Hattiesburg
Michael Blaine McMahan is a member based in Hattiesburg, MS. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Michael has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McMahan & Brinkley, PA. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Michael Blaine McMahan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bad faith insurance law, civil litigation. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1973, and has been licensed for 51 years. Michael practices at McMahan & Brinkley, PA in Hattiesburg, MS.
Michael's approach to insurance cases
Michael Blaine McMahan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bad faith insurance law, civil litigation. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1973, and has been licensed for 51 years. Michael practices at McMahan & Brinkley, PA in Hattiesburg, MS.
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Hattiesburg and the surrounding Mississippi area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 1975
University of Southern Mississippi
B.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1975 · ACTIVE
Mississippi
1975 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.S. in University of Southern Mississippi.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.S. in University of Southern Mississippi. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
Mississippi State Bar South Central Mississippi Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Michael Blaine McMahan's office in Hattiesburg
Michael's primary office is at 46 Longwood Dr., Hattiesburg, MS, 39402-3083. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Michael Blaine McMahan — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Hattiesburg.
5.0
2 client reviews
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How to hire Michael Blaine McMahan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Blaine McMahan
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Mississippi typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Hattiesburg?
Michael is licensed in Mississippi. Matters governed by Mississippi law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new insurance clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Hattiesburg, Jackson and Ridgeland in Mississippi
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