Michael Knisely
Practicing trusts in Austin since 2002.
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Michael Knisely is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Trusts. Michael has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton LLP.
- Based in
- Austin, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Trusts
- Handles Trusts matters from Austin, TEXAS.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Austin) (2026).
About Michael Knisely: Michael Knisely is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Trusts. Michael has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton LLP.
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Practice focus
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Biography
About Michael Knisely
Mr. Knisely is a partner of Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton, LLP. His practice involves representing individuals and institutions in fiduciary litigation, including primarily trust, estate and guardianship disputes. Mr. Knisely also advises fiduciaries and beneficiaries with regard to complex and contentious trust and estate administrations. In addition, he handles appeals of a wide array of civil matters in both state and federal courts, with a focus on appeals involving trust, estate and fiduciary matters, and he has significant experience in insurance matters and in representing charitable organizations in a variety of controversies. After law school, Mr. Knisely served as a law clerk to both the Honorable Reynaldo G. Garza, of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the Honorable Felix Recio, of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas.
Credentials
Education
The University of Texas
J.D. · 2002
Southwestern University
B.A. - History and Communication · 1999
University of Valencia
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Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Texas, State Bar of
2002 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Austin)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
2026
Locations
Office locations
Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton LLP
3800 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 350
Austin, Texas 78756
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What areas of law does Michael Knisely practice?
Michael Knisely focuses on Trusts.
Where is Michael Knisely located?
Michael Knisely primarily serves clients in Austin, Texas, with an office at 3800 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 350.
How experienced is Michael Knisely?
Michael Knisely has 24 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2002.
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