
Michael Hamilton Wallis, Employment Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews
MemberatThornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C.
San Antonio, TX
Practicing employment in San Antonio since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 14 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Michael Hamilton Wallis is a member based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Michael has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Antonio, TX
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Health Care
- Handles Employment, General, and Health Care matters from San Antonio, TX.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michael Hamilton Wallis: Michael Hamilton Wallis is a member based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Michael has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Michael Hamilton Wallis
Michael concentrates on employment, general, health care, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Health Care
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Employment cases in San Antonio, Texas
Michael takes employment matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Antonio, Texas
Michael takes general matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in San Antonio, Texas
Michael takes health care matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in San Antonio, Texas
Michael takes medical malpractice matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Antonio, Texas
Michael takes personal injury matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Michael Hamilton Wallis — Over 25 years of Texas employment experience
Michael Hamilton Wallis is a member based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Michael has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
Mr. Michael Hamilton Wallis is a lawyer practicing medical disciplinary proceedings, medical malpractice defense, legal malpractice defense and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years. Michael practices at Thornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C. in San Antonio, TX.
Working with Michael on a employment matter
Mr. Michael Hamilton Wallis is a lawyer practicing medical disciplinary proceedings, medical malpractice defense, legal malpractice defense and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years. Michael practices at Thornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C. in San Antonio, TX.
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and health care matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Michael Hamilton Wallis's legal education and bar admissions
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 2001
Loyola University
B.A. Public · 1996
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Texas US Supreme Cou
2001 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. Public in Loyola University.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. Public in Loyola University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Michael Hamilton Wallis
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
San Antonio Bar Association State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Michael Hamilton Wallis's office in San Antonio
Michael's primary office is at One International Centre, 100 N.E. Loop 410, Suite 500, San Antonio, TX, 78216-4741. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Thornton, Biechlin, Reynolds & Guerra, L.C.
One International Centre, 100 N.E. Loop 410, Suite 500
San Antonio, TX 78216-4741
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Client reviews of Michael Hamilton Wallis — 5.0/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in San Antonio.
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How to hire Michael Hamilton Wallis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Hamilton Wallis
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
Michael is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new employment clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving San Antonio, Houston and Dallas in Texas
Michael handles employment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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