Atty. Michael Patrick Dowling
Mr. Dowling was admitted to practice in 1995.
Corporate Law And Business Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Fresno, CA · 31+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
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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About Michael Patrick Dowling
- 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
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Dowling's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Dowling handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fresno.
Trusts in Fresno
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Probate in Fresno
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Estate Planning & Probate in Fresno
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Fresno
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 Fresno
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.
Fresno Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fresno-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 Fresno Choose Michael Patrick Dowling
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 Patrick Dowling's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Dowling brings 31+ 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 California and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, Michael Patrick Dowling can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Michael Patrick Dowling can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fresno
A Fresno-based practice means Michael Patrick Dowling 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 Patrick Dowling Handles in Fresno
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