About
Gawyn Mitchell is a bankruptcy attorney in Columbus, Mississippi, who helps individuals and families address financial hardship through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. His practice focuses on debt relief, foreclosure concerns, creditor harassment, and the legal steps needed to help clients regain control of their financial lives. Clients turn to Mitchell for straightforward guidance during difficult financial situations.
Mitchell graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.A. in History and earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Mississippi in 1984. His academic background provided a strong foundation in legal analysis, communication, and problem-solving. That training supports his ability to explain bankruptcy options clearly, evaluate client concerns, and guide people through important decisions with practical judgment.
Mitchell has more than 35 years of legal experience and has helped clients navigate bankruptcy matters for many years. His work includes assisting people dealing with credit card debt, foreclosure threats, and ongoing creditor pressure. He has also worked in partnerships with respected legal practices in Mississippi and Georgia before establishing his own bankruptcy-focused practice in Columbus in 1995.
Gawyn Mitchell brings discipline, professionalism, and steady judgment to his client service. Before building his bankruptcy practice, he served as a B-52 pilot in Vietnam, an Air Force instructor pilot at Columbus Air Force Base, and a member of the Mississippi Air National Guard until retiring in 2006. He is a member of the Mississippi and Georgia Bar Associations and continues to help clients seek fresh financial starts.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Gawyn Mitchell, Attorney At Law, PLLC
- Member, The Mississippi Bar
- Member, State Bar of Georgia
Licensed State
- Mississippi
- Georgia
Education
- University of Mississippi
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy




