Atty. Michael G Wickstead
Michael G Wickstead is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, chapter 11 bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Eastern Washington State College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Michael G Wickstead at a Glance
Michael G Wickstead is a Retired Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Ogden Murphy Wallace, P.L.L.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Washington (1973). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1973) and Eastern Washington State College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of King County, Washington State and American Bar Associations American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael G Wickstead
- Michael G Wickstead is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, chapter 11 bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Eastern Washington State College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Michael practices at Ogden Murphy Wallace, P.L.L.C. in Seattle, WA
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Michael G Wickstead's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael G Wickstead handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Real Estate Law in Seattle
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Seattle
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael G Wickstead is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Washington →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Seattle
Michael G Wickstead is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Michael G Wickstead
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 G Wickstead's practice in the field of real estate, bankruptcy, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael G Wickstead brings 53+ 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 real estate, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, Michael G Wickstead can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Michael G Wickstead 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 G Wickstead Handles in Seattle
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