Atty. Michael E. Katin
Michael E. Katin is a lawyer practicing consumer bankruptcy and foreclosure prevention, business law, business organization, real estate (condominium, conveyance, landlord/tenant, residential, and commercial) and 11 other areas of law.
Business Law, Business Organization & More Attorney · Serving Acton, MA · 49+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Katin at a Glance
Michael E. Katin is a Shareholder based in Acton, Massachusetts, practicing at Scheier, Katin & Epstein, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on residential, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1985). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1976) and Syracuse University (B.A. History, 1971). Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association. Serves clients in Acton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Katin
- Michael E. Katin is a lawyer practicing consumer bankruptcy and foreclosure prevention, business law, business organization, real estate (condominium, conveyance, landlord/tenant, residential, and commercial) and 11 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Michael practices at Scheier, Katin & Epstein, P.C. in Acton, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E. Katin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Katin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Acton.
Residential Real Estate in Acton
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Estate Planning & Probate in Acton
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 in Acton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Acton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael E. Katin is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Acton
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael E. Katin is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Acton
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Acton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Acton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Acton-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 Acton Choose Michael E. Katin
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 E. Katin's practice in the field of residential, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Katin brings 49+ 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 Massachusetts and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, Michael E. Katin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, estate planning, and business, Michael E. Katin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Acton
A Acton-based practice means Michael E. Katin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael E. Katin Handles in Acton
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