Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Plano, TX · 33+ Years Experience
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About Michael S. Mitchell at a Glance
Michael S. Mitchell is a Partner based in Plano, Texas, practicing at DeMarco Mitchell, PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Texas (1993), Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court (1994), and Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court (1996). Educated at Texas Tech University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Dallas (Member, Bankruptcy Section) and Eastern District of Texas Debtors Bar Association State Bar of Texas National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Serves clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael S. Mitchell
- Mr. Michael S. Mitchell is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 11 and 18 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Michael practices at DeMarco Mitchell, PLLC in Plano, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Michael S. Mitchell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. Mitchell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Plano.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Plano
Michael S. Mitchell is one of 8,822 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Texas →
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Plano
Michael S. Mitchell is one of 6,323 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Texas →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Plano
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael S. Mitchell is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →
Tax Law in Plano
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael S. Mitchell is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Plano
Michael S. Mitchell is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Plano
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 Plano 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.
Plano Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Plano-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 Plano Choose Michael S. Mitchell
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 S. Mitchell's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael S. Mitchell brings 33+ 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, Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court, and Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court, Michael S. Mitchell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, chapter 13, and bankruptcy, Michael S. Mitchell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Plano
A Plano-based practice means Michael S. Mitchell 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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Common Legal Issues Michael S. Mitchell Handles in Plano
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael S. Mitchell has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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