Atty. Michael B. Suffness
Michael B. Suffness is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, family law, adoptions and 26 other areas of law.
Adoptions & More Attorney · Serving Plano, TX · 54+ Years Experience
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About Michael B. Suffness at a Glance
Michael B. Suffness is a Member based in Plano, Texas, practicing at Michael B. Suffness. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1972), Texas (1982), and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui (1982). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1972) and Duke University (B.A. Rutgers, 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Collin County and Dallas County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. Suffness
- Michael B. Suffness is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, family law, adoptions and 26 other areas of law
- Michael B. received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Michael B. practices at Michael B. Suffness in Plano, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B. Suffness's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. Suffness handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Plano.
Divorce in Plano
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Michael B. Suffness is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Texas →
Wills in Plano
Michael B. Suffness is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Texas →
Child Custody & Visitation in Plano
Michael B. Suffness is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Texas →
Trusts in Plano
Michael B. Suffness is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
Probate in Plano
Michael B. Suffness is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Plano
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 Plano 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 venue, 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.
Plano Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Plano-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Plano Choose Michael B. Suffness
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael B. Suffness's practice in the field of divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and probate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B. Suffness brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, Texas, and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circui, Michael B. Suffness can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, wills, and child custody, Michael B. Suffness can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Plano
A Plano-based practice means Michael B. Suffness attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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