Atty. Michael Scott Held
Mr. Michael Scott Held is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditor's rights, restructuring.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 36+ Years Experience
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About Michael Scott Held at a Glance
Michael Scott Held is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Jackson Walker L.L.P.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990) and U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas and (1990). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1990) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas (Member, Bankruptcy and Business Law Section) and American (Member, Bankruptcy and Business Law Section) Bar Associations State Bar of Texas American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Scott Held
- Mr. Michael Scott Held is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditor's rights, restructuring
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Michael practices at Jackson Walker L.L.P. in Dallas, TX
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Michael Scott Held's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Held handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Dallas
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Creditor Rights & Collections in Dallas
Michael Scott Held is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →
Civil Rights in Dallas
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 Scott Held
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 Scott Held's practice in the field of bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Scott Held brings 36+ 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 and U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas and , Michael Scott Held can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights, Michael Scott Held 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 Scott Held 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 Scott Held Handles in Dallas
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Scott Held 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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