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  • Oxford, MS
  • Licensed for 15 years
Paul A Chiniche
Paul A Chiniche
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About Paul

Hiring the right attorney is the most important decision you will make.

"I find that the best results for my client result in thorough and meticulous trial preparation. Whether or not you utimately take the case to trial doesn't matter, the preparation is still the same." - Paul Chiniche

Practice areas

OtherDivorce and separationPersonal injuryLitigationCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 50%

    Conspiracy, Dui/Dwi, Drug Charges, Fraud, Burglary, False Pretense, Money Laundering, Embezzelment, Federal Crime, State Crime

    14 years

  2. Litigation: 20%

    14 years

  3. Personal injury: 15%

    Trucking Accidents, Car Accidents, Hotel/Store Negligence; Assault and Battery

    14 years

  4. Divorce and separation: 10%

    Divorce, adultery, habitual and inhuman treatment, desertion, irreconcilable differences, uncontested

    14 years

  1. Tax: 5%

    Tax Resolutions; Tax Disputes

Languages spoken

English

Contact

1200 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 200B
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Chiniche Law Firm PLLC

1200 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 200B
P.O. Box 1202
Oxford, MS, 38655-3911

Office (662) 234-4319
Office (662) 259-7009

http://www.chinichelawfirm.com/?page_id=7

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MSActive200409/30/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
(Top 100 Trial Lawyer for 2014)National Trial Lawyers2015
Board of GovernorsMAJ2009
Moot Court (Trial Team)Western New England University2004
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyChiniche Law Firm, PLLC.2006 - Present
AttorneyHill and Minyard, P.A.2006 - 2010
AttorneyDenham, Backstrom, O'Barr & Hollingsworth2004 - 2006
Legal InternLaw Office of Myles Jacobsen2003 - 2004
Legal InternTrumbull Services/The Hartford2002 - 2003
AccountantSmith, Turner & Reeves2000 - 2001
AccountantHutton, Nelson, & McDonald LLP1999 - 2000
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Mississippi BarMasterN/A
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
American Association for JusticeFormer MemberN/A
Lafayette County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
Mississippi Association for JusticeFormer Board of Governors2009 - 2009
Mississippi BarChild Advocacy Committee2006 - 2010
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
MAJ’s The Closing Argument, Volume IX, Issue No. 45The Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine – Does it Still Exist?2011
The Oxford Eagle NewspaperLetter to the Editor, regarding the Mississippi Working Person’s Act2007
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Mississippi - School of AccountancyBachelor of AccountancyN/A
Western New England University School of LawJuris DoctorN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
CLE by the HourSupreme Court and Fifth Circuit Criminal Update2016
CLE by the Hour, UM Center for OutreachUpdate and Current Issues in Criminal Law – State and Federal Cases2013
The University of Mississippi – Center for Continuing Legal Education“Lesson Learned – Launching a Domestic Practice in a Tough Economy2011
Mississippi Association for Justice’s Lunch and LearnMotions to Supress following Illegal Searches and Seizures2011
The University of Mississippi – Center for Continuing Legal EducationDefending Contempt Issues in Tough Economic Times2010
Mississippi Association for Justice’s Lunch and LearnChanging the Rules of the Game; An Update on the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure2010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
U.S. v. Kao Wokomadismissed

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Paul is a good honest attorney who worked hard on our behalf.

Posted by anonymousThu Oct 10 2019

We enjoyed working with Paul. He was patient when listening to our concerns and thorough in answering our questions. He outlined the course of action and kept us updated through emails and phone calls. He told us ways to keep our costs down and diligently worked through the court system. He returns calls, is reliable and always follows through on what he says he is going to do. I would hire him again or refer him to friend.
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Impressive Lawyer

Posted by anonymousSat Jun 06 2015

Mr. Chiniche is an extremely impressive lawyer who assisted me with an academic case. His attention to detail was the key to resolving the case successfully. He kept me informed during all steps of the process. His understanding and caring attitude helped me to get through this difficult time. I highly recommend him for anyone needing legal advice.
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Robert Gambrell, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Jul 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Paul since he first started practicing law in Ocean Springs, MS. Both Paul and I chose to leave the coast after Katrina and moved our practice to Oxford, MS. My area of practice is bankruptcy, and several of my clients through the years were represented by Paul before or after being represented by me. Everyone of my clients that also were represented by Paul received excellent representation in the field in which they needed his assistance. For these reasons, I endorse Paul Chiniche.

John Salter, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 16, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Space did not permit my pointing out that he does much more than criminal defense, although that is how I first met him. He is personable, professional and "listens" ! I would recommend him to represent a member of my family or close frined.

David Crawford, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Aug 14, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I highly endorse this attorney. I have known Paul Chiniche for over 10 years through our continuing legal education classes with the Southern Trial Lawyers Association and counseling with each other on various cases. Paul is a very thoughtful and caring attorney who is both thorough and effective inside & outside the courtroom. Do not hesitate to call on him when the need arises.

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