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Michael J. Bentley is an attorney based in Jackson, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Construction.
- Based in
- Jackson, MISSISSIPPI
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Construction
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Construction matters from Jackson, MISSISSIPPI.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Jackson (MS) (2023).
About Michael J. Bentley: Michael J. Bentley is an attorney based in Jackson, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Construction.
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Practice focus
Michael J. Bentley represents clients in Jackson, Mississippi across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Michael J. Bentley
Michael Bentley is a partner in the Jackson, Mississippi office, where he concentrates his practice on appellate and commercial litigation. In addition to his responsibilities at the firm, Michael was elected Chair of the Mississippi Bar Association’s Appellate Practice Section (2013-2014) and currently serves on the Board of Governors for the Bar Association of the Federal Fifth Circuit. Prior to joining the firm, Michael clerked for Judge Leslie H. Southwick at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Credentials
Education
Mississippi College
J.D. · 2007
Millsaps College
B.A. · 2000
Recognition
Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Jackson (MS)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction, Jackson (MS)
2023
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
2026
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What areas of law does Michael J. Bentley practice?
Michael J. Bentley focuses on Appellate, Business, Construction, Litigation, and Zoning.
Where is Michael J. Bentley located?
Michael J. Bentley primarily serves clients in Jackson, Mississippi, with an office at 188 East Capitol Street.
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