Joe Sam Owen

Joe Sam Owen is a seasoned attorney with over 47 years of legal experience handling complex civil and criminal cases. He has participated in more than 350 jury and non-jury trials, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in high-profile litigation. His expertise covers criminal defense, personal injury, medical malpractice, and product liability.

Admitted to practice in multiple courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, Mr. Owen has built a reputation for strong advocacy and strategic legal defense. His commitment to excellence has earned him recognition in Best Lawyers in America and other prestigious legal directories.

Joe Sam Owen earned his J.D. from the University of Mississippi School of Law and was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1972. He is licensed to practice in the U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit, the U.S. Supreme Court, and the U.S. Tax Court. His distinguished legal career is marked by numerous leadership roles and memberships in professional organizations, demonstrating his commitment to the legal profession.

Mr. Owen has served as an Assistant District Attorney for the Second Circuit Court District of Mississippi and as a Special Assistant Attorney General for a designated capital murder case. His extensive trial experience includes defending clients in complex federal and state criminal cases. He has also handled mass tort litigation, representing major corporations like Georgia-Pacific, Philip Morris, Chiquita International, and Waste Management.

As a leader in the legal field, Joe Sam Owen has contributed to the Mississippi Rules of Criminal Procedure and is a member of the Federal Criminal Rules Advisory Committee. He is actively involved in organizations such as the American Inns of Court, the American Bar Association, and the Mississippi Association for Justice. Recognized as a Mississippi Super Lawyer, Mr. Owen continues to provide dedicated and skilled legal representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Owen, Owen & Smith PLLC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Mississippi Bar Association
• Member, Harrison County Bar Association
• Member, Mississippi Association for Justice
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, American Judicature Society
• Member, American Inns of Court
• State Liaison Chairman, Breast Implant Litigation

Licensed State

• Mississippi

Education

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

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