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About EP Law

ELIZABETH PORTER

ELIZABETH PORTER

Where other attorneys may appear cold or distant, Elizabeth Porter values authenticity and connection as she serves clients from all walks of life. She believes that every story matters, and she works to enrich the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

Make no mistake. Elizabeth Porter is a fighter. A powerful advocate with an arsenal of expertise. An intense, experienced ally. If she and her team are in your corner, then you’re equipped for the fight ahead.

A Hattiesburg native, Elizabeth graduated from Presbyterian Christian High School then went on to the University of Southern Mississippi, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in financial planning and minored in child and family studies. In 2006, she received her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Mississippi College School of Law where she participated as an officer in the Law Student Bar Association and the Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity.

Elizabeth first served as an Assistant District Attorney, specifically prosecuting crimes against women and children in the 15th Circuit Court District. Later as Chief Public Defender in Forrest County, Elizabeth represented persons charged with crimes ranging from grand larceny to capital murder. Elizabeth opened her law practice in Hattiesburg, MS, in 2010 and currently serves the city Hattiesburg as Municipal Prosecutor Pro Tempore.

ELISE SEALE

Associate Attorney

HEATHER SMITH

Paralegal

HAYLIE GILLESPIE

Legal Intern

HONORS, AWARDS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

Elizabeth Porter’s merits speak for themselves–from her legal awards to her leadership and community involvement. When you work with EP Law, our credentials help you understand, navigate, and win your case.
01Signature Magazine’s Best of the Pine Belt (Best Attorney 4 Years Running)
07South Central Mississippi Bar Association
02Hattiesburg American Top 20 under 40 (2015)
08Southern Miss Greek Alumni Hall of Fame
03Graduate of the Mississippi Bar’s Leadership Forum
09Recognized by Southwest Mississippi Children’s Advocacy Center (2009)
04Mississippi Center for Legal Services Board of Directors (2016 – 2017)
10Kindness in Action Recognition
05Mississippi Public Defenders Association Board of Directors (2014 – 2017)
11Sales and Marketing Professional Pinnacle Finalist (2019)
06Mississippi Bar Association
01Signature Magazine’s Best of the Pine Belt (Best Attorney 4 Years Running)
02Hattiesburg American Top 20 under 40 (2015)
03Graduate of the Mississippi Bar’s Leadership Forum
04Mississippi Center for Legal Services Board of Directors (2016 – 2017)
05Mississippi Public Defenders Association Board of Directors (2014 – 2017)
06Mississippi Bar Association
07South Central Mississippi Bar Association
08Southern Miss Greek Alumni Hall of Fame
09Recognized by Southwest Mississippi Children’s Advocacy Center (2009)
10Kindness in Action Recognition
11Sales and Marketing Professional Pinnacle Finalist (2019)

YOUR STORY
MATTERS HERE.

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