Paul L. Gunn

Commercial Finance Law

3.0 (1 reviews)

Jackson, Mississippi

42+ years experience

Watkins & Eager PLLC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

601-965-1900

https://www.watkinseager.com/professionals-paul-l-gunn

The Emporium Building, 400 East Capitol Street, P.O. Box 650, Jackson, MS 39205-0650

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Bio

Paul L. Gunn was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1983. His experience spans from real estate and commercial finance to corporate and securities, including representation of developers, lenders and title companies on commercial, multifamily and tax credit projects. Paul's legal work has earned him many honors, including The Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA-America's Leading Lawyers for Business (Real Estate) and Mid-South Super Lawyers. Paul was also elected to fellowship in the American College of Mortgage Attorneys, a select group of lawyers skilled and experienced in real estate mortgage lending. Paul L. Gunn was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1983. His experience spans from real estate and commercial finance to corporate and securities, including representation of developers, lenders and title companies on commercial, multifamily and tax credit projects. Paul's legal work has earned him many honors, including The Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA-America's Leading Lawyers for Business (Real Estate) and Mid-South Super Lawyers. Paul was also elected to fellowship in the American College of Mortgage Attorneys, a select group of lawyers skilled and experienced in real estate mortgage lending.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Mississippi

State Capital

Jackson

Highest Court

Mississippi Supreme Court

Bar Association

Mississippi Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Commercial Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, Jackson, MS (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Commercial Finance Law, Jackson, MS (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, Jackson, MS (2016)
Recognized: Commercial Finance Law
Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law
Recognized: Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
Recognized: Real Estate Law
Practice Area: Public Finance Law
Practice Area: Timber Law
Special Focus: Affordable Housing
Special Focus: Commercial
Special Focus: Condominiums
Special Focus: Contract
Special Focus: Corporate
Special Focus: Development
Special Focus: Finance
Special Focus: Land Use
Special Focus: Mixed-Use Development
Special Focus: Multi-Family Securitization
Special Focus: Partnership and Limited Liability
Special Focus: Real Property Law
Special Focus: Residential
Special Focus: Tax Certiorari
Special Focus: Title Matters
Special Focus: Transactions
Chambers USA-America's Leading Lawyers for Business (2009-2014, Real Estate)
The Best Lawyers in America® (2009-2015, Real Estate Law, Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law)
Mid-South Super Lawyers (2010-2014, Real Estate, Securities and Corporate Finance)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006

Education

University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 1983
University of Mississippi, B.A., graduated 1980
University of Mississippi, graduated 1980

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Reviews

Christopher Kim

3 months ago

Experienced and capable, but communication could improve

Mr. Gunn represented our small business in a complex commercial real estate transaction. His deep knowledge of real estate and finance law, backed by his decades of experience, was evident. He navigated the intricacies of the deal with a steady hand, and we felt secure knowing someone with his recognition in the field was on our side. However, the process was sometimes slower than we anticipated. While his advice was always sound when we received it, there were periods where we had to follow up multiple times for updates, which created some anxiety. For straightforward, high-stakes legal work, his expertise is undeniable. Just be prepared to manage expectations regarding response times and proactive communication throughout your matter.