Joe Sam Owen

Criminal Defense: General Practice

4.0 (1 reviews)

Gulfport, Mississippi

53+ years experience

Owen, Owen & Smith PLLC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

228-265-5109

https://www.ooslaw.com/attorneys/joe-sam-owen/

Owen Building, 1414 Twenty-Fifth Avenue, P.O. Box 420, Gulfport, MS 39502-0420

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Bio

Joe Sam Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.Joe Sam, who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 1991. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joe Sam is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joe Sam Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.Joe Sam, who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 1991. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joe Sam is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joe Sam Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Joe Sam, who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 1991. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joe Sam is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Mississippi

State Capital

Jackson

Highest Court

Mississippi Supreme Court

Bar Association

Mississippi Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$350

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$600/hr

Fee Model Notes

Criminal defense matters are commonly billed flat-fee for defined phases or hourly for complex litigation.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: General Practice

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Gulfport (2012)
Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation, Gulfport (2011)
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1991

Education

University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 1972
University of Mississippi, BA, graduated 1971
University of Mississippi, graduated 1971

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Reviews

Stephanie King

3 months ago

A trusted advocate with decades of Gulfport experience

Joe Sam Owen provided exceptional counsel for a complex family matter that involved potential criminal and civil issues. His 50+ years of general practice in Mississippi were invaluable; he navigated the personal injury and criminal defense aspects seamlessly. His recognition by Best Lawyers is well-deserved, as his strategic insight was clear. The only minor critique is that communication from his office could sometimes lag a day during very busy periods. Overall, I felt thoroughly represented by a true local expert.