Atty. Michael J. Lang

Atty. Michael J. Lang

Michael Lang focuses on complex commercial, bankruptcy and probate disputes on behalf of trustees and the beneficiaries of wills and estates or trust representatives. Michael handles cases in a wide range of issues involving: · Breach of fiduciary duty · Breach of contract · Fraud · Fraudulent transfer and preferential transfer claims · Tortious interference · Partnership-Related Disputes · Derivative and shareholder disputes · Theft of trade secrets and confidential information · Defamation / Business Disparagement · Unfair competition and antitrust · Trademark and trade dress infringement Mi

Dallas Dallas 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Lang at a glance

Michael J. Lang is a Shareholder based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Crawford, Wishnew & Lang PLLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on probate, business, ip, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Courts, Northern, Eastern and Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, (2002). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 2002) and The University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1999). Active member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas Dallas Association of Young Lawyers. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Lang focuses on complex commercial, bankruptcy and probate disputes on behalf of trustees and the beneficiaries of wills and estates or trust representatives
  • Michael handles cases in a wide range of issues involving: · Breach of fiduciary duty · Breach of contract · Fraud · Fraudulent transfer and preferential transfer claims · Tortious interference · Partnership-Related Disputes · Derivative and shareholder disputes · Theft of trade secrets and confidential information · Defamation / Business Disparagement · Unfair competition and antitrust · Trademark and trade dress infringement Michael’s clients include individuals and businesses of all types and sizes
  • He has represented business clients in several industries including real estate, private equity, manufacturing, banking and technology
  • Michael has litigated high-exposure, multi-million dollar cases in state and federal courts, and arbitrations throughout Texas and the nation, including a 2014 well-publicized case before the Supreme Court of the United States, Wellness International Network, Ltd. v
  • Sharif, 135 S.Ct. 1932 (2015)
  • Before forming Crawford Wishnew Lang, PLLC, Michael was a partner at Gruber Hail Johansen Shank, LLP, a complex litigation boutique based in Dallas
  • AWARDS/RECOGNITION Designated as a “Texas Super Lawyer” by Texas Monthly and Law and Politics magazines, 2015 – 2017 Designated as "Rising Star" by Texas Monthly and Law and Politics magazines, 2009 – 2014

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Lang's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Civil Litigation

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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 J. Lang

Where is Michael J. Lang's law office located?
Michael J. Lang's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Crawford, Wishnew & Lang PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Lang handle?
Michael J. Lang focuses on probate, business, ip, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael J. Lang practiced law?
Michael J. Lang has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael J. Lang go to law school?
Michael J. Lang earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Michael J. Lang for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University School of Law
- 2002
B.A.
The University of Texas at Austin
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Courts, Northern, Eastern and Southern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 2002

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