Matthew Scott McKenzie

Matthew Scott McKenzie

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Residential real estate Lawyer at Oxford, MS
Practice Areas: Residential, Commercial, Construction & Development ... +2 more

2694 West Oxford Loop, Suite 150, Oxford, MS

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Residential Real Estate 60%

20 years | 15,000 cases

60%
Commercial Real Estate 20%

20 years | 10,000 cases

20%
Construction and Development 10%

20 years | 10,000 cases

10%
Probate 5%

Wills and intestates estates and will, Power of Attorney and Advanced Healthcare Directives

20 years | 550 cases

5%
Real Estate 5%

Real estate closings, refinances, title searches, deed preparation.

20 years | 10,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 19 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

McKenzie Little PLLC

2694 West Oxford Loop, Suite 150, Oxford, MS, 38655

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Matthew Scott McKenzie's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Susan | March 04, 2014 | Real Estate

Fantastic Real Estate Attorney

We have used Matt McKenzie for several Real Estate transactions. He has never been hard to contact and has always gone above and beyond to help us understand what was going on. Last year we built a house, and like pretty much every home building transaction, we had to go back for more money, whi...ch meant updating the title. Matt was always very prompt and understanding each time we had to get a new opinion. His professionalism is top notch and he and his staff are a true pleasure to work with. Thank you Matt for all you have done for us! We appreciate it more than you will ever know!

Posted by Will | February 28, 2014

Superior Attorney!

Thank you Matt! Really, I should have written earlier as I was your client in September of last year. To those who are researching lawers in the area - GO HERE! If you are looking for a honest trustworthy attorney Matt McKenzie is your Man. Especially when I see all those other faces who really do...n't care and only interested in the pay. The staff at his firm is very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming. Everyone showed the best side of their professional demeanor from their attire to the knowledge of your particular case. Very prompt return calls and communication in general. My only regret is that I wish I had come here much sooner. I definitely recommend his services to all!

Posted by Shane | February 27, 2014

Efficiency

In the past several years, Matt has provided extremely prompt and thorough work for me as well as people I've referred to him. Any and all requests have been treated as a priority, and in many cases I do not receive that with other firms. Having been in the banking industry for 10 years, I've worke...d with many attorneys, and the realm of abilities that Tannehill, Carmean, and McKenzie continues to prove they have should not be passed by when in search of an efficient attorney. I work over 100 miles from Oxford, MS, and I continue to here of positive experiences with Matt and his firm.

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Matthew Scott McKenzie's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Park

Real estate lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt exemplifies professionalism and ethical conduct. He is a fine attorney and I would offer him my endorsement without reservation."

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Walter Davis

Real estate lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a responsive, efficient attorney who in my experience has always approached his clients and his work with the right attitude and attention."

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Robert Gambrell

Real estate lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Matthew since he first started practicing in Oxford. I have referred numerous clients to him and each and everyone of them have been very satisfied with his services."

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Jordan Bankhead

Real estate lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a good lawyer and a great guy. Whenever I can't handle something myself I refer it to Matt."

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Milton Hobbs

Residential real estate lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I've worked with Matt and his team on a lot of transactions and they are responsive, competent and efficient"

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Andrew Shull

Real estate lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt and his staff do an excellent job on real estate related matters. Not only do I refer clients to him for this service, I have used him myself."

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Alfred Cutturini

Wills and living wills lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Matt McKenzie. Outstanding work ethic, very detail oriented, straight up honest and treats everyone with respect."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Voted Best Law Firm in Oxford - 6th Year in a Row, The Oxford Town (Oxford Eagle)

2014

Voted Best Law Firm in Oxford - 5th Year in a Row, The Oxford Town (Oxford Eagle)

2013

Rising Stars of the Mid-South, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Voted Best Law Firm in Oxford - 4th Year in a Row, The Oxford Town (Oxford Eagle)

2012

Voted Best Law Firm in Oxford - 3rd Year in a Row, The Oxford Town (Oxford Eagle)

2011

Voted Best Law Firm in Oxford - 2nd Year in a Row, The Oxford Town (Oxford Eagle)

2011

Tier 1 Law Firm, U.S. News & World Reports

2010

Voted Best Law Firm in Oxford, The Oxford Town (Oxford Eagle)

2003

Arthur R. Priest Award, Phi Delta Theta

2003

Magna Cum Laude, University of Mississippi

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Tannehill, Carmean & McKenzie, PLLC

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, Lafayette County Chancery Court

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Hughes & Hitt, P.A.

Associations

2012 - Present

Lafayette County Bar Association

President

2006 - Present

North Mississippi Board of Realtors

Affiliate Member

Mississippi Bar

Member

Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Mississippi Association for Justice

Member

Junior Leadership Lafayette

Committe Memeber

Leadership Lafayette

Graduate

LOU Ole Miss Alumni Association

Vice-President

United Way

Board of Directors

2011 - 2012

Lafayette County Bar Association

Vice President

2009 - 2010

Lafayette County Bar Association

Treasurer

2008 - 2009

Lafayette County Bar Association

Secretary

2005 - 2006

Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association

Student Chapter Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Hazell Harrell

The proper heirs were located and the estate closed.

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Education

2006

University of Mississippi School of Law

Juris Doctor

2006

University of Mississippi - School of Business Administration

Bachelors

Speaking Engagements

2014

Lawyer in the Classroom

Buying Your First Home

2013

Quarterly Meeting

Real Estate Closings A-Z

2012

UM Law School

Current Issues in MS Real Estate Law

2010

Luncheon

Working With Your Loan Officer

2009

Real Estate Update

Real Estate Closings

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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