Gulfport Paternity Attorneys

Gulfport is located in the state of Mississippi.  With a population of over 71,000, it is the co-county seat of Harrison County, alongside the city of Biloxi.  The city was incorporated in 1898 and had its beginnings as a port and lumber city.  It contains over 6 miles of man made white-sand beaches by the Gulf of Mexico.  

Gulfport is a residential city that also boasts a strong economic center of industry.  The Gulfport Main Street Association oversees the development of the downtown area.  The city is home to several companies as well as the U.S. Navy Seabees.  Notable residents have included NFL quarterback Brett Favre and linebacker Rod Davis.

The city's Leisure Services offer a variety of community-centered activities at its many parks and recreation centers.  Other popular places to visit are the Gulf Islands Water Park and the Gulfport Sportsplex, which attracts many sports tourists.  Every year the city hosts what is known as the "World's Largest Fishing Rodeo".     

Gulfport has survived a great deal of damage from hurricanes, including Hurricane Camille in 1969 and more recently Hurricane Katrina.   The state of Mississippi has issued a Hurricane Katrina Disaster Training Manual for those who have been affected, including Gulfport lawyers.  Lawyers in Gulfport, Mississippi have contributed greatly to the rebuilding of the city.