Atty. Michael D Payma
Mr. Michael D Payma is a lawyer practicing business, criminal, family and 5 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 32+ Years Experience
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About Michael D Payma at a Glance
Michael D Payma is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Law Offices of Payma & Kuhnel, P.C.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern D (1994). Educated at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Texas at Dallas (M.A. Political, 1989). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D Payma
- Mr. Michael D Payma is a lawyer practicing business, criminal, family and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a M.A. degree from University of Texas at Dallas in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Michael practices at Law Offices of Payma & Kuhnel, P.C. in Dallas, TX
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Michael D Payma's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D Payma handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Personal Injury in Dallas
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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Criminal Defense in Dallas
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael D Payma is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Family Law in Dallas
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Dallas
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael D Payma is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Real Estate Law in Dallas
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael D Payma is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose Michael D Payma
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 D Payma's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D Payma brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Michael D Payma can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Michael D Payma 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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Common Legal Issues Michael D Payma Handles in Dallas
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael D Payma has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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