Atty. Michael David Burton

Atty. Michael David Burton

Mr. Michael David Burton is a lawyer practicing securities/capital markets, emerging company/venture capital, mergers and acquisitions and 5 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael David Burton at a glance

Michael David Burton is an Of Counsel based in Dallas, Texas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, securities, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Texas (1988). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1988) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A. Southern, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael David Burton is a lawyer practicing securities/capital markets, emerging company/venture capital, mergers and acquisitions and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1973, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Burton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael David Burton is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael David Burton is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Securities Law

Michael David Burton is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Texas →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Michael David Burton

Where is Michael David Burton's law office located?
Michael David Burton's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Burton handle?
Michael David Burton focuses on business, ip, m&a, securities, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael David Burton practiced law?
Michael David Burton has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael David Burton go to law school?
Michael David Burton earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.B.A. Southern, 1973).
How can I contact Michael David Burton for a consultation?
You can contact Michael David Burton 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 Michael David Burton received?
Michael David Burton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1988
B.B.A. Southern
University of Texas at Austin
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1988

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