John H. Rice

Banking and Finance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Gulfport, Mississippi

49+ years experience

Balch & Bingham LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

228-864-9900

https://www.balch.com/professionals/r/rice-john-h

1310 Twenty-Fifth Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501

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Bio

John H. Rice is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law.John H., who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. John H. Rice is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law.John H., who practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. John H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, Gulfport (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Banking and Finance Law, Gulfport (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, Gulfport (2013)
Recognized: Banking and Finance Law
Recognized: Real Estate Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012

Education

University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 1976

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Reviews

Jacob Hill

2 weeks ago

A Master of Complex Real Estate and Banking Transactions

After a challenging commercial property acquisition in Gulfport became mired in title issues and complex financing hurdles, our company turned to John Rice. With nearly five decades of experience, his command of both real estate and banking law was immediately apparent. He didn't just review documents; he anticipated problems we hadn't considered, drawing on a depth of knowledge that only comes from a career spanning since 1976. His guidance through the labyrinth of due diligence and loan covenants was invaluable. It's clear why he has been honored as Lawyer of the Year multiple times. John is more than an attorney; he is a strategic partner who operates with unwavering professionalism and a calm, assured demeanor. The transaction closed seamlessly, a direct result of his expertise. For anyone in Mississippi navigating significant real estate or financial matters, John H. Rice at Balch & Bingham is the definitive choice.