Gene M. Coxwell Jr.

Gene M. Coxwell Jr.

also known as Mel Coxwell

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Brandon, MS
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Litigation

20 Eastgate Dr., Suite E, Brandon, MS

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 33 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1992

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Law Offices of Gene M. Coxwell Jr.

20 Eastgate Dr., Suite E, Brandon, MS, 39042

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Gene M. Coxwell Jr.'s Reviews

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12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Linda | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Grandparental visitation

I hired Mr. Coxwell over the phone & from another state. I am completely satisfied with the way he handled the case. He was thorough in every aspect. He even put request in that I had not even thought about covering to the benefit of me, his client. So, he definitely is concerned for his clients righ...ts & winning. I can't say enough praise for him & his staff. All my calls where returned & any questions answered in a very timely manner..If I ever need another Mississippi lawyer- this is the man I will hire again without hesitation. I highly recommend Mel Coxwell..

Posted by Savannah | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney

After splitting with my now ex husband in 2014, I battled and battled with the divorce process. My previous attorney recommended Mel to me, explaining that he was very good at what he does. I have to agree. Since day one Mel was there for me and on my side explaining every step of this LOOOONG divorc...e process. Any and every question I had was answered and answered in a way I fully understood. I highly recommend Mel. Great man and a wonderful attorney!

Posted by Arnold | November 12, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

Mr. Coxwell handle my divorce case. He knew what to do to get me the best results for my case.

Posted by TOMMY C | June 07, 2013 | DUI & DWI

WAY TO GO

I HIRED MR COXWELL TO HANDEL MY DUI CASE. AT FIRST I DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT I HAD NEVER HAD TO HAVE A LAWYER IN 61 YEARS. SO I TOLD HI, WHAT HAPPEN AND HE SAID I HAD A GOOD CASE THAT HE COULD BEAT IT . SO I HIRED HIM WE WENT TO COURT ABOUT SEVEN MONTHS AND TO BE HONEST I DID NOT THINK I WAS GOI...NG TO WIN BUT WHEN MR. COXWELL STARTED ASKING THE OFFICERS QUESTIONS AND THE WAY THEY KEEP TRYING TO AVOIED HIS QUESTIONS. HE KEEP ASKING THE SAME QUESTION OVER AND OVER TILL THE JUDGE GOT UP SET AND TOLD MR. COXWELL TO MOVE ON HE NEW WHAT HE WAS TRYING TO DO. SO AFTER ABOUT ANOTHER 30 MIN. HE RESTED THE CASE AND I WAS NOT SHURE WHAT WAS GOING TO HAPPEN THE JUDGE WHEN'T OVER HIS NOTES AND CAME BACK AND SAID THAT DO TO THE LACK OF EVADENCE HE COULD NOT FIND ME GUILT OF DUI AND DISMISSED MY CASE. SO MR COXWELL SAID WE COULD WIN AND DAM IF WE DIDN'T. SO YES I WOULD RECKOMEND AT ANYTIME.

Posted by Fred | March 20, 2013 | Child Custody

Review of Mel Coxwell

Mel is extremely trustworthy, honest, and knowledgeable. My kids are the most important thing in my life, and I trusted Mel to handle to handle my child custody case. He was very well prepared, kept me informed of all facets of the case, and saw my case through to the outcome that I wanted. Mel is... very professional and conscientious of his duty as an attorney. I strongly recommend using his services.

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Gene M. Coxwell Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Bradley Wilkinson

Litigation lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Very professional and knows litigation. Highly recommend"

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Jason Gilbert

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mel is a fantastic attorney that is well known for getting great results for his clients. If I needed a defense lawyer, I would hire Mel Coxwell."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Murphy Adkins Service Award, City of Brandon Mississippi

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Mel Coxwell P.A.

2004 - 2007

Partner, Duggan, Coxwell & Lemon

2002 - 2004

Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney of Rankin/Madison County

1999 - 2002

Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorne of Hinds County

1992 - 1999

Owner, Mel Coxwell Attorney at Law

Associations

2011 - Present

Rankin County Bar Association

Executive Committee Member

2010 - Present

Mississippi Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2004 - Present

Rankin County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Rankin County Rotary Club

Member

1992 - Present

Mississippi Bar

Member

2011 - 2013

Mississippi Bar

Bar Commissioner

2009 - 2010

Rankin County Rotary Club

Former President

2008 - 2011

Rankin County Bar Association

Former President

2005 - 2008

Rankin County Bar Association

Past Vice President

Education

1992

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Southern Mississippi

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Family Law Practice in Mississippi

The fundamentals of terminating parental rights

2009

Criminal Law: New & Now

Cross-Examination of Expert Witness

2009

Criminal Law: New & Now

Do you have the Gall to use 18 USC 3553(a)

Languages

English

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