Prestia Michael G is a distinguished civil law attorney and counselor at law serving Mississippi residents, specializing in a wide array of commercial, business, and personal legal matters. With a unique talent for negotiation and achieving favorable outcomes cost-effectively, the firm stands out for its practical, client-focused approach and strategic location near key judicial centers in Gulfport.
Since 1983, Michael G. Prestia has provided high-quality, responsive legal services tailored to individuals, business owners, franchisors, franchisees, and international clients. The firm emphasizes resolving disputes through negotiation, correspondence, and private conferences to avoid prolonged court battles whenever possible, offering structured solutions like the “Lawyers Punch List” for various dispute types and “The Carmela LLC Operating Agreement” to protect minority members.
Services Offered
- Civil law
- Commercial litigation
- Construction law and disputes
- Intellectual property (trademark, copyright registration, infringement actions)
- Personal injury
- Contract disputes
- Franchisee and distributor representation
- Land disputes, zoning, and commercial real estate transactions
- Limited liability company (LLC) formation and partnership allocations
- Probate and estate planning
- Federal tax matters
- International debt recovery and commercial collections
- Admiralty and maritime law
- Shipping and customs laws
- Creditor rights, troubled assets, and bankruptcy
- Business immigration and citizenship
- Mergers, acquisitions, and tax advice for businesses
- Estate litigation
- Revocable trusts, wills, and durable power of attorney
- Hotels, hospitality, and cruise lines legal matters
- Online trademark registration
- Online copyright registration
Located in Gulfport across from the Harrison County Courthouse and near federal courts, the firm offers free consultations and serves clients throughout Mississippi, with a focus on efficient, out-of-court resolutions. Michael G. Prestia is also a recognized speaker, including at the Loyola Law School 2025 Annual Estate Planning Conference.
