From a young lawyer stepping off a bus in Hattiesburg in 1978 to one of Mississippi's most respected family law attorneys, Mark Chinn's nearly 50-year career has been one of building: stronger practices, stronger institutions, and a stronger profession. The Mississippi Bar honored that legacy with its 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award. Read the full feature from The Mississippi Lawyer on Mark's journey, his contributions to family law and legal education, and the mentors and communities he's helped shape along the way.
