Atty. Michael James Avellar

Atty. Michael James Avellar

Michael James Avellar is a lawyer practicing business law, franchises & franchising. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

San Antonio San Antonio 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Avellar at a glance

Michael James Avellar is a COO & Gen. Coun. based in San Antonio, Texas. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1977), California (1985), and Texas (1988). Educated at University of California School of Law at Los Angeles (J.D., 1977) and University of California (A.B., 1973). Serands clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Avellar is a lawyer practicing business law, franchises & franchising
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices in San Antonio, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Avellar's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 San Antonio 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 James Avellar

Where is Michael James Avellar's law office located?
Michael James Avellar's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Avellar handle?
Michael James Avellar focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael James Avellar practiced law?
Michael James Avellar has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael James Avellar go to law school?
Michael James Avellar earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1973).
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Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law at Los Angeles
- 1977
A.B.
University of California
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1977
California
Admitted: 1985
Texas
Admitted: 1988

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