Ira K. Rushing

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Biography

Ira Rushing brings a wealth of diverse experience as a litigation attorney, having practiced in large and mid-sized law firms, operated as a solo practitioner, and served as a military lawyer. Concentrating on the representation of military personnel, federal agents, private employers, and non-profit organizations, Ira focuses on military law, national security representation, veterans’ benefits, and labor and employment. His 20-plus years of service in the US Marine Corps and Army National Guard, where he currently serves as a judge advocate in the Mississippi National Guard, enrich his unique legal skills with deep military insight. Ira's leadership roles across varied legal and military contexts emphasize informed advice on complex issues facing service members. Notably, he leverages his certifications in process improvement and project management from his tenure as a Legal Project Manager and Process Engineer at an AM Law 100 firm to enhance client services through strategic planning and budgeting. Recognized as a Super Lawyers: Rising Star (2023-2025) and a Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (2025-2026), Ira is celebrated for his ability to define, scope, and manage complex legal matters effectively, ensuring clients' strategic goals are met with efficiency and precision.

Areas of Practice (5)

  • Military Lawyer
  • Veterans Benefits
  • Labor and Employment
  • Administrative Hearings and Appeals
  • Government Contracts

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
East Carolina University, B.S., 2013
Law School Attended:
Mississippi College School of Law, J.D., 2015
Year of First Admission:
2016
Admission:
2016, Mississippi State Courts; 2016, Mississippi Federal District Courts; 2022, Army Court of Criminal Appeals; 2016, Mississippi
Memberships:
The Mississippi Bar; The American Bar; Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association; Defense Research Institute.
Military:
Ira brings concentrated legal acumen to the field of military and international law, marked by andistinguished career as an Army Judge Advocate and significant roles within civilian legalpractices. His military experience spans over 20 years of service in the US Marine Corps andArmy National Guard, culminating in a deep-rooted expertise in the law of war, internationalhumanitarian law, and operational law. Ira has been instrumental in guiding brigade combatteams, special operations joint task forces, and international delegations through complex legalterrain in the development and training of partner forces in these areas of law.
ISLN:
1000277604

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (4 reviews)
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    4.8/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.5/5.0
  • Communication

    4.8/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0
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I needed a military lawyer to represent me in an administrative separation action on short notice. When Ira took my case, he immediately coordinated my defense, gathered evidence that I wasn't able to...

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