Michael Wang
associate
Biography
Mr. Wang joined Markland Hanley in January 2010. His practice focuses on complex litigation in which engineering, medical, scientific
and other technical issues are of particular significance, including the defense of
product liability actions.
In 2009, Michael earned a Juris Doctor with Honors from the University of
Texas at Austin School of Law, where he was a recipient of the Robert S. Strauss
Endowed Presidential Scholarship. As a law student, Michael served for two years as an
Editor of the Review of Litigation. He also took part in courses that included
oral advocacy and writing components. Michael further honed his advocacy skills by
participating in the University of Texas at Austin School of Law’s
Children’s Rights Clinic, where he appeared in the Travis County District Court
as a student attorney ad litem representing children in cases in which the
state of Texas sought custody based on allegations of child abuse or
neglect.
Michael received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas at
Austin in May 2006. His undergraduate studies include one year at the University
of Houston Honors College, where he maintained a place on the Dean’s List.
Education and Professional Background
The University of Texas at Austin School of Law, Juris Doctor with Honors, May 2009
- Robert S. Strauss Endowed Presidential Scholarship
- Associate Editor, The Review of Litigation, Volume 28
- Staff Editor, The Review of Litigation, Volume 27
The University of Texas at Austin, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, May 2006
The University of Texas System: Office of General Counsel, Legal
Intern, May 2008 – August 2008
- Assisted in drafting policy statements.
- Performed document review to determine the relevance and responsiveness of
documents.
- Researched and evaluated citations and statutes.
- Researched and wrote memorandums and briefs.
- Reviewed and closed estate claims.
- Observed pre-trial motions and civil trials.
State Representative Rob Eissler, Legislative Aid, November 2007 – June
2008
- Researched bill proposals.
- Aided in addressing constituent concerns.
