Daryl A. Dryden

Daryl A. Dryden is a Pascagoula attorney at Heidelberg, Steinberger, Burrow & Armer, P.A., with 40 years of experience in Mississippi. His practice focuses on general civil litigation, with an emphasis on real estate lawsuits and disputes. He also handles commercial transactions, probate matters, and estate planning. Clients benefit from a background that includes courtroom work, judicial service, prosecution, and practical guidance. He handles disputes involving property, business, estates, and long-term planning needs throughout Jackson County and Mississippi courts.

Dryden earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Mississippi. He earned his J.D. from the University of Mississippi Law School. His education prepared him for litigation, public service, and legal problem solving across South Mississippi. After law school, he served as Ocean Springs Municipal Prosecutor for eight years. That role developed experience with hearings, charging decisions, courtroom procedure, and cases affecting local residents and public interests with discipline.

Dryden later served as Ocean Springs Municipal Judge for six years and as Jackson County Youth Court Judge pro tem. He became an assistant district attorney in the 19th Circuit Court Judicial District, covering Jackson, George, and Greene counties. In that role, he prosecuted felony cases for eight years. This public-service background supports balanced judgment, strong courtroom preparation, and careful attention to case facts in civil and real estate disputes.

Daryl A. Dryden is admitted to practice before all Mississippi state courts. He is a member of The Mississippi Bar, past president of the Jackson County Bar Association, and a former member of the Mississippi Prosecutor’s Association. His practice combines local knowledge, litigation experience, and practical legal advice. He helps clients address property conflicts, business concerns, probate needs, estate planning issues, and other civil matters with steady preparation and strategy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Heidelberg, Steinberger, Burrow, & Armer P.A.
• Member, Mississippi Bar Association
• Past President, Jackson County Bar Association
• Former Member, Mississippi Prosecutor’s Association

Licensed State

• Mississippi

Education

• University of Mississippi Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Mississippi
  Bachelor of Arts

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