Atty. Michael Todd Bates

Atty. Michael Todd Bates

Michael Todd Bates is a lawyer practicing consumer finance, debtor and creditor, bankruptcy. Michael Todd received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Lewisville Lewisville 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Michael Todd Bates at a glance

Michael Todd Bates is a bankruptcy, creditor rights, and consumer attorney based in Lewisville, Texas. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1990) and Iowa (1994). Educated at Hamline University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in Lewisville, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Todd Bates is a lawyer practicing consumer finance, debtor and creditor, bankruptcy
  • Michael Todd received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael Todd practices in Lewisville, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Todd Bates's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Michael Todd Bates is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Texas →

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 Lewisville 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 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 Todd Bates

Where is Michael Todd Bates's law office located?
Michael Todd Bates's law practice is located in Lewisville, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Todd Bates handle?
Michael Todd Bates focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Todd Bates practiced law?
Michael Todd Bates has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Todd Bates go to law school?
Michael Todd Bates earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Michael Todd Bates for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hamline University School of Law
- 1990
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1990
Iowa
Admitted: 1994

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