Atty. Michael Patrick Dunagan
Michael Patrick Dunagan is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, real estate, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Fayetteville, AR · 40+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Dunagan at a Glance
Michael Patrick Dunagan is a Member based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, practicing at Dunagan Law Firm. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1986) and Arkansas (2007). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1986) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tulsa County, Oklahoma and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Fayetteville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Dunagan
- Michael Patrick Dunagan is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, real estate, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Michael practices at Dunagan Law Firm in Fayetteville, AR
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Dunagan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Dunagan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fayetteville.
Divorce in Fayetteville
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Car Accidents in Fayetteville
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Patrick Dunagan is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Arkansas →
DUI / DWI Defense in Fayetteville
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Michael Patrick Dunagan is one of 29,739 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Arkansas →
Drug Crimes in Fayetteville
Michael Patrick Dunagan is one of 6,914 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in Arkansas →
Criminal Defense in Fayetteville
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fayetteville
Practicing law in Arkansas. Legal matters in Arkansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fayetteville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arkansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arkansas 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 Arkansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fayetteville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fayetteville-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 Fayetteville Choose Michael Patrick Dunagan
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 Dunagan's practice in the field of divorce, car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Dunagan brings 40+ 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 Oklahoma and Arkansas, Michael Patrick Dunagan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, car accidents, and dui/dwi, Michael Patrick Dunagan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fayetteville
A Fayetteville-based practice means Michael Patrick Dunagan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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