Atty. Michael Patrick Kelly
Mr. Michael Patrick Kelly is a lawyer practicing appellate: criminal, business immigration, construction and 18 other areas of law.
Appellate: Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 35+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Kelly at a Glance
Michael Patrick Kelly is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Law Offices of Michael P. Kelly. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Oklahoma Western District Court Texas Eastern District Court (1991), Oklahoma Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court (2002), Colorado Texas Northern District Court (2007), and Pennsylvania (2025). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1991) and University of Oklahoma (B.B.A., 1987). Active member of Dallas, Oklahoma, Colorado and International Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Kelly
- Mr. Michael Patrick Kelly is a lawyer practicing appellate: criminal, business immigration, construction and 18 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Michael practices at Law Offices of Michael P. Kelly in Dallas, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Kelly's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Kelly handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Trusts in Dallas
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Probate in Dallas
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Personal Injury in Dallas
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Criminal Defense in Dallas
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Family Law in Dallas
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 Dallas 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 venue, 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose Michael Patrick Kelly
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 Kelly's practice in the field of trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Kelly brings 35+ 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 Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Oklahoma Western District Court Texas Eastern District Court, Oklahoma Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District Court, and Colorado Texas Northern District Court, Michael Patrick Kelly can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and personal injury, Michael Patrick Kelly can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Michael Patrick Kelly 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 Kelly Handles in Dallas
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