Atty. Michael A. Yamat

Atty. Michael A. Yamat

Atty. Michael A.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael A. Yamat at a glance

Michael A. Yamat is a probate, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, and elder law attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1992) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1992). Educated at Marquette University (J.D. English, 1992) and Marquette University (B.A. English, 1989). Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Michael A. Yamat is a lawyer practicing elder law, civil litigation, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. Yamat's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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.

Michael A. Yamat is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael A. Yamat is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Michael A. Yamat is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael A. Yamat

Where is Michael A. Yamat's law office located?
Michael A. Yamat's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. Yamat handle?
Michael A. Yamat focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Michael A. Yamat practiced law?
Michael A. Yamat has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael A. Yamat go to law school?
Michael A. Yamat earned their education at (J.D. English, 1992); (B.A. English, 1989).
How can I contact Michael A. Yamat for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. English
Marquette University
- 1992
B.A. English
Marquette University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1992

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