Atty. Michael Gerald Paton

Atty. Michael Gerald Paton

Michael Gerald Paton is a lawyer practicing corporate, compensation and benefits, employee stock ownership plans (esop) and 19 other areas of law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Gerald Paton at a glance

Michael Gerald Paton is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, tax litigation, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1985). Educated at Indiana University - Bloomington (J.D., 1985) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Gerald Paton is a lawyer practicing corporate, compensation and benefits, employee stock ownership plans (esop) and 19 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gerald Paton's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Tax Litigation

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Gerald Paton is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Gerald Paton

Where is Michael Gerald Paton's law office located?
Michael Gerald Paton's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gerald Paton handle?
Michael Gerald Paton focuses on employment, business, tax, tax litigation, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Michael Gerald Paton practiced law?
Michael Gerald Paton has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael Gerald Paton go to law school?
Michael Gerald Paton earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Michael Gerald Paton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Gerald Paton received?
Michael Gerald Paton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University - Bloomington
- 1985
B.B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1985

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