Atty. Michael Wayne Hatfield

Atty. Michael Wayne Hatfield

Mr. Michael Wayne Hatfield is a lawyer practicing tax, trusts, estates and 5 other areas of law.

San Antonio San Antonio 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (210) 824-0771

Profile Summary

About Michael Wayne Hatfield at a glance

Michael Wayne Hatfield is an Of Counsel based in San Antonio, Texas, practicing at Schoenbaum, Curphy & Scanlan, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York US Court of Appeals for Veterans' Claims US Tax Court (1998) and Texas (2000). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Texas A & M University (B.A. Texas, 1991). Serves clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Wayne Hatfield is a lawyer practicing tax, trusts, estates and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1991, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Schoenbaum, Curphy & Scanlan, P.C. in San Antonio, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Wayne Hatfield's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 San Antonio 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 Wayne Hatfield

Where is Michael Wayne Hatfield's law office located?
Michael Wayne Hatfield's law practice is located in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is Schoenbaum, Curphy & Scanlan, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Wayne Hatfield handle?
Michael Wayne Hatfield focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Wayne Hatfield practiced law?
Michael Wayne Hatfield has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael Wayne Hatfield go to law school?
Michael Wayne Hatfield earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Texas, 1991).
How can I contact Michael Wayne Hatfield for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1996
B.A. Texas
Texas A & M University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New York US Court of Appeals for Veterans' Claims US Tax Court
Admitted: 1998
Texas
Admitted: 2000

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