Atty. John M. Collins

Atty. John M. Collins

John M. Collins is a lawyer practicing capital commitment subscription financings, employee benefits and executive compensation, family wealth and estate planning and 7 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About John M. Collins at a glance

John M. Collins is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1975), Texas (1982), and Massachusetts (2005). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1975) and Duke University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John M. Collins is a lawyer practicing capital commitment subscription financings, employee benefits and executive compensation, family wealth and estate planning and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M. Collins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John M. Collins is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →

Securities Law

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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 John M. Collins

Where is John M. Collins's law office located?
John M. Collins's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Haynes and Boone, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Collins handle?
John M. Collins focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John M. Collins practiced law?
John M. Collins has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John M. Collins go to law school?
John M. Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John M. Collins for a consultation?
You can contact John M. Collins directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John M. Collins received?
John M. Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1975
B.A.
Duke University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
Texas
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2005

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