En Banc Constitutional
CFPB v. All American Check Cashing
33 F.4th 218 (5th Cir. 2022)
As lead trial counsel, secured an en banc Fifth Circuit ruling that the CFPB's leadership structure was constitutionally defective.
Attorney Profile
Trial Experience in the Lower Courts
Michael Cory has tried more than 100 cases, including over 70 jury trials, in all 82 Mississippi counties, in both state and federal courts.
Published Decisions
A selection of Michael Cory's reported appellate decisions.
As lead trial counsel, secured an en banc Fifth Circuit ruling that the CFPB's leadership structure was constitutionally defective.
Reversed and rendered for the physicians on a question of first impression, vacating a $1.7 million verdict on resident immunity.
Won a first-impression zoning decision; the mobile-home park remains in operation today.
Obtained an acquittal on appeal in a manslaughter case; the defendant was released.
Focus Areas
Michael Cory's practice concentrates on the following areas.
Formation, transactions, and contracts; business, commercial, and employment disputes; non-competes, real estate, and asset protection.
Zoning and permitting, eminent domain, and municipal-liability defense.
Trials and appeals in state and federal court.
Defending enforcement actions brought by state and federal agencies.
Appeals before the Fifth Circuit and Mississippi's high courts, backed by 31 reported opinions.
Separation-of-powers, § 1983, and qualified-immunity cases.
Professional Background
Common Questions
Yes. The firm represents clients in all 82 Mississippi counties, in both state and federal court. It has appeared in every circuit and federal court in the state, and Michael Cory has tried more than 100 cases statewide.
Michael Cory focuses on business and commercial law, local government and municipal law, criminal defense, administrative enforcement, and appellate advocacy. He has 31 reported appellate opinions across the U.S. Fifth Circuit, the Supreme Court of Mississippi, and the Mississippi Court of Appeals.
Michael Cory has practiced in Mississippi since 1994. He has tried more than 100 cases in all 82 counties, and he has 31 reported appellate opinions, including en banc and first-impression rulings, in the state and federal courts.
Call 601-957-3101 (or 601-326-3000 en español) or use the contact form below. The Jackson office is at 213 South Lamar Street and is open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Get in Touch
OfficeDanks Miller & Cory PA
213 South Lamar Street
Jackson, MS 39201
Phone601-957-3101
Emailmc@dmclaw.net
En Español601-326-3000 — Sitio en español
Fax601-957-3160
HoursMonday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.