Atty. Chris Michael Temple

Atty. Chris Michael Temple

Chris Michael Temple is a lawyer practicing professions background, ethics & professional responsibility, civic activities and 5 other areas of law. Chris received a A.B. degree from Dickinson College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Dallas Dallas 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Chris Michael Temple at a glance

Chris Michael Temple is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ (1988). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Dickinson College (A.B., 1985). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Chris Michael Temple is a lawyer practicing professions background, ethics & professional responsibility, civic activities and 5 other areas of law
  • Chris received a A.B. degree from Dickinson College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Chris practices at K&L Gates LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Chris Michael Temple's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chris Michael Temple handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chris Michael Temple

Where is Chris Michael Temple's law office located?
Chris Michael Temple's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chris Michael Temple handle?
Chris Michael Temple focuses on personal injury, business, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Chris Michael Temple practiced law?
Chris Michael Temple has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Chris Michael Temple go to law school?
Chris Michael Temple earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact Chris Michael Temple for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1988
A.B.
Dickinson College
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circ
Admitted: 1988

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