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Alex Berger
Marquette County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Alex grew up on the Mississippi River in the Quad Cities area. He has been a public defender in Iowa, an elected prosecutor in Wyoming, and now has established a firm in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan focusing exclusively on top notch state and federal criminal defense.
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Brent T. Geers
Kent County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Appeals
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Brent Geers specializes in helping people empower those they trust and provide for those they love. Brent has been an attorney since 2012, working with individuals and families to marshal their time, talent, and treasurer for the benefit of their children, family, and community. He is a Grand Rapids Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” honoree, and currently operates his own practice, Geers Law. Brent is married to an educator, who employs his services as a chaperon for various school functions. He is also his daughter’s father – a girl who will become a president, not a princess.
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David W Brown
Lapeer County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Business
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Law Degree, MBA with honors degree in Management & Accounting & a BS degree in Accounting & Management. Also has college teaching experience in business law, management and accounting.
David is known to be very personable & good listener in working with clients and fulfilling their needs, has exceptional memory/retention/recall skills, outstanding judge/court/apposing council presentation and response skills & presents cases forcefully.
20+ years and 8,000+ cases for individuals & business with many cases before a jury and/or a judge. Strives to reduce & simply your legal issues, reduce stress and protect your rights. We serve...
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Kimberly Redd
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Business
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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John J. Keenan
Wayne County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Business
University of Detroit Mercy
Established in 1982, Keenan & Austin, P.C. is a firm of Attorneys/Lawyers located in Redford Township, Michigan; serving Wayne and Oakland counties.
Attorneys, Jan Keenan and John J. Keenan, graduated from the University of Michigan (undergrad), and the University of Detroit - Mercy School of Law. Both are dedicated members of the Redford community, serving the Township in many capacities over the years as Coaches and Sponsors of Little League and RTJAA teams, serving on the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Downtown Development Authority, and Parks Commission, on Citizens Input Boards, and in various leadership positions with St. Valentine...
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Allison Greenlee Korr
Kalamazoo County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 14 years of experience
Bankruptcy
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Attorney Allison Greenlee Korr practices in Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Allegan, St. Joseph and all surrounding counties. She handles Family Law, bankruptcy, foreclosure and probate matters.
She holds a B.A. in Business from Michigan State University and a Juris Doctorate from University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. She is admitted to practice in both the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan and holds a certificate as a civil mediator issued through the Michigan State Court Administrative Office. Allison also holds Certificates in the areas of Family Law and Probate and Estate Planning issued by the Institute of...
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Mr George T Krupp
Kent County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 64 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Workers' Comp
The John Marshall Law School
George Krupp was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was admitted to practice law in 1961 and started practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1962 in the Kent County Prosecutor’s Office. After years of success in the Kent County Prosecutor’s Office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, George Krupp left for private practice where he has worked for over fifty years. Over his fifty years of experience he has represented thousands of clients facing divorce in Grand Rapids and West Michigan courts. His primary concentration has been in divorce and family law cases. George Krupp’s experience in divorce matters includes handling...
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Kelly Lambert
Kent County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
KELLY G. LAMBERT was born in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1981. In 1985, he received his Bachelor of Arts in international relations from Michigan State University where he was a National Merit Scholar. In December 1988, he received his law degree from University of Michigan Law School, where he was the recipient of the Wolverine State Bar Association Scholarship. In 1989 he was licensed to practice law in New York. In 1990 he was admitted to practice law in Michigan. He was admitted to practice...
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Dawn Krupp
Kent County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Dawn Krupp started her career at Michigan Consolidated Gas Company in 1964 where she rose to upper level management over the next 26 years. During her time at Michcon she realized that she had a desire to do something more fulfilling with her career and started attending law school. Dawn Krupp was admitted to practice law in 1991 when she joined her husband’s practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her primary concentration over her years of practice has been in domestic (family law / divorce cases) and bankruptcy matters. Dawn Krupp’s experience in family law matters includes handling divorce, child custody,...
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Stuart Sandweiss
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 24 years of experience
Bankruptcy
University of Detroit Mercy, Tulane-Albany Summer Program at McGill University and Tulane / Cardozo International Institute in Jerusalem Israel
HELPING PEOPLE FOR OVER 20 YEARS!
Stuart Sandweiss, C.P.A., Esq., President of Metro Detroit Bankruptcy Law Group and the Legal Solutions Group is passionate about the people he represents and the cases that he accepts. For the past two decades, Mr. Sandweiss has zealously represented people in a wide variety of both federal and state court litigation cases – criminal, civil, tax and probate, as well a representing consumers in a large number of bankruptcy cases and bankruptcy adversary proceedings. While some attorneys specialize in a particular practice area – Stuart Sandweiss concentrates on enforcing and/or defending his clients’ legal rights...
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Rebecca L. Johnson-Ellis
Mecosta County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Consumer
Michigan State University
Rebecca L. Johnson-Ellis , a partner in the firm, has been an attorney for the past 14 years and us board certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law from the American Board of Certification. Rebecca received both her law school degree and her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University. Rebecca is admitted to practice in the courts of Michigan, the Western District of Michigan Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court. Rebecca has been recognized by her peers in the Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star several years in a row. Rebecca has helped thousands of individuals through the...
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Melvin J. Babi
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(248) 434-4110
39500 High Pointe Blvd., Ste 155
Farmington Hills, MI 48375
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Melvin J. Babi serves as the managing partner of Babi Legal Group, P.L.L.C. where he serves as managing partner of Babi Legal Group, P.L.L.C., a respected general practice law firm in Novi, Michigan. In his private practice, Mr. Babi advises consumers and small businesses in areas including bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, debt-resolution, real estate law, business law, corporate law, contract drafting and negotiating and criminal and civil litigation. Mr. Babi has assisted thousands of clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases, saving their homes, vehicles and other assets with strategic bankruptcy planning. He has also saved his clients...
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Randy Lee Calvin
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Regent University School of Law
Mr. Randy L. Calvin was born and raised in Dearborn, MI, and graduated from Dearborn High School. He then went on to Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA where he received a bachelor's degree in business. He attended law school at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA. During his time there he interned at the Portsmouth Commonwealth Attorney's Office in Portsmouth, VA. He focuses his practice on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Bankruptcy and Social Security Disability. He has been a great advocate for all his clients. Mr. Calvin has helped clients wipe hundreds of thousands of debt through...
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Andrew M Steiger
Macomb County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Tax
Wayne State University Law School
Michigan Tax Attorney Andrew M. Steiger focuses his tax practice on tax resolution and planning, and estate planning. If you receive a notice from the IRS or state tax authority, contact Steiger Tax Law before paying any assessments or responding to the IRS. I provide a free consultation to determine the best course of action to reduce or eliminate tax debts, penalties and interest, and respond to liens, levies and notices.
My estate planning services include drafting wills and trusts, probate administration, and tax planning. If you need an estate plan or would like a review...
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LaChelle Logan
Wayne County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Real Estate
University of Toledo
When you come to Bryant, Logan, Law Group, you can have confidence that your case can receive the attention and care it requires. It is of the utmost importance that you know where you can turn to procure the help your case calls for at this time, and a Redford bankruptcy attorney at this office will be glad to help you. Attorney LaChelle W. Logan, Esq. attended the University of Toledo, where she earned her Juris Doctorate. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University. She has a membership with the State Bar of Michigan. She also...
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K.C. Baran
Genesee County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Business
Michigan State University
K.C. Baran, P.C. was established in 2003. K.C. Baran has been practicing law for over seventeen years. His areas of practice include, bankruptcy, estate planning, civil and criminal litigation, collections, contracts, employment law, family law and corporate practice.
K.C. is a graduate of the United States Military Academy, West Point and Michigan State University College of Law, cum laude. K.C. is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and the Genesee County Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States Court...
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Danny A. Kallabat
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Bankruptcy
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
I am an experienced attorney and have been practicing law for 23 years and have handled thousands of cases. I always focus on obtaining the best possible results. I am very aggressive and dedicated to client satisfaction. Last year I was named as one of Michigan's Super Lawyers.
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Thomas M. Hensel Jr.
Macomb County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 25 years of experience
(586) 939-4800
36250 Dequindre Road
Suite 410
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University
Thomas Hensel founded Hensel Law Office, PLLC, because he wanted to bring a different approach to the typically impersonal process of bankruptcy counsel in Michigan. He chose to work as a solo practitioner, directly handling every stage of his clients' cases instead of passing them off to other associate attorneys, paralegals, or secretaries. Today, Attorney Hensel serves debtors throughout Michigan, including Sterling Heights, Warren and surrounding areas.
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Ronald Thomas Bruce Jr
Monroe County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
University of Toledo College of Law
Bruce Law Firm is a firm located in downtown, Monroe acros from the county courthouse. We specialize in divorce, bankruptcy and estate planning. We offer free initial consultations.
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Katherine R. Sikorski
Wayne County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University Law School
Attorney Katherine R. Sikorski graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelors degree in political science. After graduating, she attended Wayne State University Law School where she received her Juris Doctor. She also earned an LLM degree in taxation. She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, the Eastern District of Michigan, and the Northern District of Illinois. Additionally, she is a state certified small claims mediator.
Katherine spent two years working for an esteemed firm in downtown Detroit which focuses pimarily on medical malpractice defense. Since founding The Sikorski Law Firm, Katherine has focused primarily on family law....
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Lukas M. Sikorski
Wayne County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University Law School
Attorney Lukas M. Sikorski graduated from the University of Michigan - Dearborn with a bachelors degree in anthropology and a minor in psychology in 2007. Lukas also attended the Warsaw School of Economics (Szkola Glowna Handlowa) in Warsaw, Poland. After graduating, he attended Wayne State University Law School where he received his Juris Doctor. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and the Eastern District of Michigan. He is also a state certified small claims mediator.
Before joining The Sikorski Law Firm, Lukas spent two years working for a solo practitioner in Wayne, Michigan. He also worked a...
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Jesse R. Sweeney
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Michigan State University College of Law
President and founder Jesse R. Sweeney (pictured above), is a graduate of Michigan State University, James Madison College, and Michigan State University Law School (1999, Cum Laude). He is Certified as a bankruptcy expert through the American Board of Certification Board Certified, is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Additionally, he is licensed and in good standing in the State of Michigan, the Eastern District of Michigan and the Western District of Michigan and the US District Court of Colorado, . He has been practicing bankruptcy law...
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Thomas Pascaris
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Business
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Thomas D. Pascaris, Esq., is CEO of Pascaris Law Firm, PLLC. He received his bachelor’s in Finance, Business administration, and a minor in Political Science from the University of Michigan-Dearborn, and his Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Thomas specializes in many legal areas including Divorce, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, and Business Formation and Transactions. Thomas holds a board seat on the City of Farmington Downtown Development Authority, and was recently selected as Dbusiness Magazine’s 30 in their 30 for 2018.
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Tracy M Clark
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University Law School
Tracy M. Clark is a bankruptcy attorney with the Michigan law firm of Steinberg Shapiro & Clark. Ms. Clark has been practicing bankruptcy law since 1999 in the areas of debtor and creditor rights. Ms. Clark enjoys developing solutions to the legal problems faced by financially distressed individuals and businesses and, when necessary, litigating those issues at the trial and appellate levels. Ms. Clark believes that every client deserves her full attention and takes pride in personally meeting with all of her clients and handling her cases from beginning to end. Using this approach, Ms. Clark has successfully guided numerous...
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Ronald S. Siegel
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Jeremy J. Nastoff
Delta County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 13 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
An attorney in Escanaba, Jeremy combines his previous background in accounting with his legal experience to effectively represent creditors, trustees, banks, and corporations in finance related matters such as bankruptcy law and creditors' rights, banking law, business law, and real estate law. Jeremy's bankruptcy clients (creditors) rely on him to represent them in proceedings before judges in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan and other courts throughout Michigan. On a daily basis, he handles matters related to debt collection, preference claims, UCC claims, the recovery of collateral, and enforcement of security interests. Jeremy also...
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Kimberly Savage
Ingham County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Real Estate
Michigan State University
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Stacy Davis
Genesee County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 22 years of experience
(810) 239-4050
Breckenridge & Davis, P.C.
726 Church Street
Flint, MI 48502
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Michigan State University
Breckenridge & Davis, P.C. is a bankruptcy law firm based in Flint, MI that specializes in: • Foreclosure Prevention • Chapter 13 bankruptcy • Chapter 7 bankruptcy We provide legal assistance with: • Stopping Home Foreclosures • Removing second mortgages or home equity loans • IRS tax levies • Vehicle Repossessions • Creditor Harassment • Overwhelming credit card and medical bills • Judgments and Garnishments • Credit Restoration We have offices in Flint and Birch Run, Michigan. Please call us at 810-239-4050 to schedule a free initial consultation.
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James Rasor
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 30 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Employment
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
After graduating the University of Detroit School of Law, James B. Rasor went on to pursue a diverse legal career. Founding Rasor Law Firm in 1994, he now offers his exceptional legal services in a wide range of practice areas. Mr. Rasor is proud to provide counsel for personal injury claims, criminal defense, and other matters in Royal Oak. He has been named in the list of Top Lawyers by DBusiness for personal injury and has taken numerous trials to verdict over the course of his career. Above all else, Mr. Rasor is committed to providing effective, caring, and personalized...
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Joseph L. Grima
Wayne County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Detroit School of Law
I have been practicing bankruptcy law exclusively since 1991, focusing on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Even though I have filed hundreds of bankruptcies over the past 25 plus years, I do not consider myself to be operating a "bankruptcy mill". I personally meet with each and every one of my clients and handle their case from start to finish. I have always provided free consultations to my clients, and will always continue to do so. My goal as a bankruptcy attorney is to put my clients on a sound financial footing and help rebuild...
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David John Montera
Bloomfield Hills, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 36 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Business
Michigan State University
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Jacalen Garris
Washtenaw County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 31 years of experience
Bankruptcy
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Joshua M. Reinert
Saginaw County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Bankruptcy
Michigan State University College of Law
Joshua Reinert received his Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University College of Law on May 6, 2003. Josh also holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University.
Josh has dedicated his professional life to bankruptcy law. He has assisted thousands of consumers in Chapter 7 & Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases in addition to assisting many small business through Chapter 7 liquidations. Josh has represented debtors, creditors and bankruptcy trustees in all aspects of bankruptcy cases.
Josh has been a guest lecturer for Legal Services of Michigan, the International Credit Association (ICA), and the Northeast Michigan Bankruptcy Bar in addition to...
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Kevin Johnson
Macomb County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
I take a hands on approach to my clients. When you call in to this firm, you will speak with me. You will have your questions answered by an attorney and no one else. I will never have a paralegal call you back or answer your question. I understand that filing bankruptcy, being charged with a crime, or filing for divorce can be terrifying and nerve wracking. I understand you want a straight and correct legal answer to your questions. That is why I make myself available to you. I will return you phone calls within 24 hours (right away...
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Guy T Conti
Washtenaw County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Ave Maria School of Law
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William G. Tishkoff
Washtenaw County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 32 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Antitrust, Appeals and Consumer
University of Michigan Law School and Wesleyan University
William G. Tishkoff is Tishkoff’s principal. He was born in Los Angeles, California, on November 8, 1960. He earned his B.A. from Wesleyan University, with highest honors, in 1982. Mr. Tishkoff earned his J.D. from the University of Michigan and was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1991. He continues to be an active member of the State Bar of Michigan. Mr. Tishkoff is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and Washtenaw Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Tishkoff is rated AV Preeminent* by Martindale-Hubbell, its highest rating, and is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel...
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Ryan French Beach
Kent County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 16 years of experience
(616) 389-0629
1500 East Beltline Avenue SE
Suite 235
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University
Ryan F. Beach earned his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and his juris doctorate from Wayne State University. Ryan Beach has extensive experience in consumer bankruptcy law and has represented hundreds of individuals in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. Ryan F. Beach currently lives in Grand Rapids with his wife Sarah Sobczak Beach and their two children.
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Michael J Shovan
Saginaw County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Business
Michigan State University
I graduated from the Detroit College of Law (MSU) in 1990 and was licensed by the State Bar of Michigan that same year. I graduated with honors with a concentration in taxation and was a published author in the nationally esteemed Detroit College Law Review. My practice is devoted exclusively to asset protection, consumer bankruptcy and student loan assistance. My unique approach to clients enables them to actively participate in the process so that you are completely involved in the process and understand exactly what your options are and what option is best for you and your family. ...
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James Edokpolo
Ingham County, MI Bankruptcy Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Immigration
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Jedo Law Firm was established by James Edokpolo who received Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing. He holds a Master’s in Public Administration and a Bachelors in Criminal Justice from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York, New York.
James has been admitted to practice by the Michigan Supreme Court, the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and by the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. James is a member of the Debtors Bar of West Michigan, the State Bar of Michigan and American Immigration Lawyers Association.
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Matthew Ian Paletz
Oakland County, MI Bankruptcy Attorney with 21 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Real Estate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Matthew I. Paletz is the Chief Executive Officer of Paletz Law. He oversees all operations of the Firm, as well as its future trajectory and growth. As CEO, he promotes the core values and spirit behind Paletz Law, and fosters its innovative culture. Matthew is also responsible for the financial and capital management of the Firm, and heads all marketing and promotional efforts. He strives to consistently ensure that the needs of his clients are met while being a leading advocate and supporter of legislative efforts on behalf of the real estate industry.
Matthew practices in the area of general civil...