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About Michael Patrick Dowling at a glance
Michael Patrick Dowling is a Partner based in Fresno, California, practicing at Coleman And Horowitt Llp. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1995) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1995). Educated at Gonzaga University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and California State University at Fresno (B.A. University, 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Fresno County Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Estate Planning, Trust and Probate past Chairman) State Bar of California (Member, Sections on: Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law) Fresno Estate Planning Council. Serves clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Dowling was admitted to practice in 1995
- Prior to joining Coleman & Horowitt, LLP, Michael was a sole practitioner for ten years with the Law Office of Michael P. Dowling and was formerly a partner with the Fresno firm Dowling, Aaron & Keeler
- Michael is a partner in the transactions department of the firm's Fresno office where he will provide representation to clients in business transactions, estate planning, probate and trust administration matters
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Why local counsel matters in California
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fresno are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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