Atty. Michael Ray Rake

Atty. Michael Ray Rake

Mr. Michael Ray Rake is a lawyer practicing business, consumer, creditor-debtor and 9 other areas of law.

Lake Dallas Lake Dallas 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (940) 334-5316

Profile Summary

About Michael Ray Rake at a glance

Michael Ray Rake is a trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Lake Dallas, Texas. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1980). Serves clients in Lake Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Ray Rake is a lawyer practicing business, consumer, creditor-debtor and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices in Lake Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Ray Rake's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family 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 Lake 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Ray Rake

Where is Michael Ray Rake's law office located?
Michael Ray Rake's law practice is located in Lake Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Ray Rake handle?
Michael Ray Rake focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Ray Rake practiced law?
Michael Ray Rake has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Ray Rake go to law school?
Michael Ray Rake earned their education at (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact Michael Ray Rake for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1980

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