Atty. James Michael Young
J. Michael Young is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates.
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James Michael Young is an attorney based in Sherman, Texas, practforg at Wynne Smith & Young PLLC. They haand 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas (1993). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Sherman, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- J. Michael Young is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Michael, who practices law in Sherman, Texas, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which he is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
- Prior to moving to North Texas in 2006, Mike represented the interests of large corporations and insurance companies, primarily in the areas of product liability, toxic tort, employment, construction defect, and insurance coverage litigation
- In 2004 and 2005, he was lead counsel for a respirator manufacturer in Federal Multidistrict Litigation consolidating the claims of approximately 10,000 plaintiffs from Texas, Alabama, and Mississippi
- With over 25 years of experience, Mike Young is a seasoned litigation attorney specializing in commercial, estate, and life insurance litigation for businesses and individuals
- He believes that achieving great results stems from hard work and a thorough understanding of both the facts and the law
- Knowing that litigation is a team effort, Mike prioritizes frequent communication with his clients to ensure their needs and concerns are addressed effectively
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Sherman 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 substantiand 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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