Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 36+ Years Experience
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About Michael J. Whellan at a Glance
Michael J. Whellan is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Armbrust & Brown, PLLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1992), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1993), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1994). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1990) and University of Texas (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J. Whellan
- Mr. Michael J. Whellan is a lawyer practicing campaign, alternative dispute resolution, civil litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Michael practices at Armbrust & Brown, PLLC in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Michael J. Whellan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Whellan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Business & Corporate Law in Austin
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 Austin
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Austin
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Austin
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Austin
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael J. Whellan is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
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 Austin 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 venue, 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.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-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 Austin Choose Michael J. Whellan
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 J. Whellan's practice in the field of business, real estate, litigation, government, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael J. Whellan brings 36+ 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 Texas, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, Michael J. Whellan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, Michael J. Whellan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means Michael J. Whellan 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 J. Whellan Handles in Austin
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