Atty. Michelle Alcala

Atty. Michelle Alcala

Ms. Michelle Alcala is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, business, labor-employment and 2 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Michelle Alcala at a glance

Michelle Alcala is an Associate based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, education, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas (2003). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 2003) and Northeastern University (B.S., 2000). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Michelle Alcala is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, business, labor-employment and 2 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.S. degree from Northeastern University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michelle practices at Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Alcala's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Education Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Austin 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 Michelle Alcala

Where is Michelle Alcala's law office located?
Michelle Alcala's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Alcala handle?
Michelle Alcala focuses on employment, business, litigation, education, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michelle Alcala practiced law?
Michelle Alcala has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Michelle Alcala go to law school?
Michelle Alcala earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.S., 2000).
How can I contact Michelle Alcala for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 2003
B.S.
Northeastern University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2003

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