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Atty. Michael Scott Held

Atty. Michael Scott Held

Mr. Michael Scott Held is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditor's rights, restructuring.

Dallas Dallas 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (469) 923-9007

Profile Summary

About Michael Scott Held at a glance

Michael Scott Held is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practforg at Jackson Walker L.L.P.. They haand 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. 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. Actiand 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. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • 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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Michael Scott Held's law office located?
Michael Scott Held's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Jackson Walker L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael Scott Held practiced law?
Michael Scott Held has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Scott Held go to law school?
Michael Scott Held earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.B.A., 1987).
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What awards or recognition has Michael Scott Held receiandd?
Michael Scott Held's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1990
B.B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas and
Admitted: 1990

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