Atty. Michael James Ponder

Atty. Michael James Ponder

Michael James Ponder is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, insurance litigation, immigration. Michael received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1998, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Austin Austin 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Michael James Ponder at a glance

Michael James Ponder is a immigration and insurance attorney based in Austin, Texas. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2003) and Texas (2014). Educated at Southern University Law Center (J.D., 2003) and Tulane University (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Ponder is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, insurance litigation, immigration
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1998, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michael practices in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Ponder's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

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Insurance Law

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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 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 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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Where is Michael James Ponder's law office located?
Michael James Ponder's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Ponder handle?
Michael James Ponder focuses on immigration, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael James Ponder practiced law?
Michael James Ponder has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Michael James Ponder go to law school?
Michael James Ponder earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1998).
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Education

J.D.
Southern University Law Center
- 2003
B.A.
Tulane University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2003
Texas
Admitted: 2014

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