Atty. Michael David McKinley

Atty. Michael David McKinley

Mr. Michael David McKinley is a lawyer practicing commercial & business transactions, corporate, banking and 6 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael David McKinley at a glance

Michael David McKinley is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Texas US Tax Court First Circuit Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Fifth Circuits T (1978) and Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court (1980). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1978) and Samford University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael David McKinley is a lawyer practicing commercial & business transactions, corporate, banking and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Samford University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices at Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David McKinley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David McKinley 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael David McKinley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 McKinley

Where is Michael David McKinley's law office located?
Michael David McKinley's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David McKinley handle?
Michael David McKinley focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael David McKinley practiced law?
Michael David McKinley has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael David McKinley go to law school?
Michael David McKinley earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Michael David McKinley for a consultation?
You can contact Michael David McKinley 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 McKinley received?
Michael David McKinley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1978
B.A.
Samford University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Tax Court First Circuit Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Fifth Circuits T
Admitted: 1978
Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1980

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