About
With over 35 years of experience, Michael W. Eaton is a 4th generation Texas lawyer serving clients throughout Texas. Specializing in real estate, tax, and business formation, he has closed over 200 LIHTC projects in eight different states and advised numerous clients on real estate matters. Michael W. Eaton is a highly experienced lawyer based in Dallas, Texas, with a family legacy of legal expertise spanning four generations. With over 35 years of experience, he has established himself as a trusted advisor to clients throughout Texas. Specializing in real estate, tax, and business formation, start-up, and operation, Eaton has a wealth of knowledge in these areas. One of Eaton\s notable achievements is closing over 200 LIHTC projects in eight different states, showcasing his expertise in affordable housing transactions. In addition, he has successfully completed more than 150 other affordable and market rate transactions, demonstrating his versatility in the field. Eaton has also provided valuable guidance to numerous clients on personal and business real estate matters, earning a reputation for his dedication and professionalism. In addition to his legal practice, Eaton has a passion for education and has taught at multiple colleges and universities for over twenty years. His commitment to sharing his knowledge and expertise with the next generation of legal professionals sets him apart as a mentor in the legal community. Overall, Michael W. Eaton\s extensive experience, coupled with his dedication to his clients and passion for education, make him a highly respected lawyer in Dallas, Texas, and beyond.
Legal Issues
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
- Tax Law
- Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning
Certificates
No Certifications
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Accepted Jurisdictions
Experience
- Managing Lawyer
The Eaton Law Office, PLLC
2006 - Managing Lawyer
Eaton, Deaguero & Bishop, PLLC
2002 - Lawyer
Eaton & Kemp, P.C.
1998 - Lawyer
Law Offices of Norman L. "Happy" Nelson, Jr.
1995 - Lawyer
Law Offices of Michael W. Eaton
1988 - Founding Texas Lawyer
Hall & Vance LLP
1987 - Associate
Page & Addison, P.C.
1986 - Assistant General Counsel
Kirby Oil, Inc.
1984
Education
Graduation year: 2017
Graduation year: 1984
Graduation year: 1976
Graduation year: 1994
Graduation year: 1995
Associations
2006 - Current
2000 - Current
1998 - Current
1998 - Current
1994 - Current
1994 - Current
1984 - Current
Costs
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Free Consultancy Service
Most services provided based upon hourly fee arrangements, but some matters are also handled on a flat fee basis.