Michael Joseph Culkin

Michael Joseph Culkin

also known as The Culkin Law Office

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 23 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Waterbury, CT
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody

49 Leavenworth Street, Suite 200, Waterbury, CT

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. Resolve your financial problems. Get a fresh start?

22 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Includes Divorces, Child Advocacy, Custody & post Judgment Support

21 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 23 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Joseph Culkin

49 Leavenworth Street, Suite 200, Waterbury, CT, 06702-2101

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Michael Joseph Culkin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paul | May 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great very reasonable in his fees.

Mike did a great job for me in my bankruptcy. Hi fee was lower than most. He really had my back through a difficult legal process. He is now my attorney of choice. His integrity and care for his clients is I believe unmatched in the legal profession.

Posted by Jon | July 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST OF THE BEST!

My wife and I, Recently hired Attorney Culkin. I am and have been in a custody battle with my sons mother for almost 3 years, let's just say shes not the nicest person. While my case Is out of Norwich, she filed a restraining order against me in waterbury ct. In an effort to keep me from my son, beca...use I was winning the custody battle. I was served with papers on July 14th and had court july 21st. Naturally I was scared, Every lawyer I turned to was shutting me down, saying they cant take the case, theres not enough time, theres no way your going to win. In that state of panic, I found Attorney Michael Culkin! Not only did he take my case knowing he only had 6 days now to prepare, HE WON!!! My entire case was thrown out of court. Mike worked tirelessly for me, was in his office at 2am texting details of the case to me. I could not have prayed for a better attorney or a genuine human being. If your looking for help, Attorney Culkin is the man you want in your corner. It's not just a job for him, he REALLY takes a personnel intrest in your case. I went into that courtroom with Attorney Culkin and won, I walked out with a friend! Thank you Mike, god bless you.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr. L

Attorney Culkin was a compassionate life saver. Some bad financial decisions put me in a place where I was working just to pay off the creditors. Attorney Culkin worked with me to devise a plan to get rid of my debt and to put me on sounder financial footing. He was truly a lifesaver and I couldn’t s...cream loud enough to refer him for any attorney services that you may need. Call him, trust me!

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Tremendously Awesome Experience

Mike and Kathy was a great help. They both handled my filing process of Chapter 7 go so smoothly. Such amazing individuals. Kathy is such a sweet person and I enjoyed talking to her and giving me good advices. Mike is an excellent, brilliant, beyond smart, kind and passionate about his work. Etc. (I ...could go on and on about The Culkin Law Firm with good things). The chapter 7 filing fee was reasonable. So, anyone out there is looking for a good well educated lawyer please call "The Culkin Law". There wasn't no doubt on my end. Thanks again Mike and Kathy!!!! God Bless both of you and providing great customer service.

Posted by Mike | May 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top Notch

Michael was great he made a difficult process for me easy and explained everything I highly recommend him

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Michael Joseph Culkin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ioannis Kaloidis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a very good, hard-working attorney. I had the pleasure of working with him for several years and found him to be a first-class attorney. He is very knowledgeable on a wide array of legal matters. I often recommend Mike to many bankruptcy clients without reservation."

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Daniel Miller

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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D. Susanne Snearly

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a strong advocate."

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Sarah Poriss

Unknown lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a solid guy who will look out for you; he is a family man, and his people come first. I have nothing but confidence in how he sets up his legal strategy and handles his client matters."

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Kenneth Potash

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Patrick Cooney

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Mike for almost 20 years. He is a dedicated lawyer who gets results. He always puts his clients first. His willingness to go the extra mile sets him apart form his peers. I would recommend Mike without reservation."

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William Burns

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Culkin is very attentive to his clients and other professionals. He fights hard for his clients. I would recommend him to potential clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

1995

New England Scholar Award, University of Connecticut Honors Society

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, The Culkin Law Office, LLC

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Law Office of Jason L. McCoy

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Moynahan & Minella

2001 - 2003

Tax Attorney, PriceWaterhouseCoopers LLP

1998 - 2001

Manager, Aetna Casualty & Surety

Associations

2023 - Present

South Asian Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys

member

2009 - Present

Bankruptcy Law Network

Member

2003 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

member

2006 - 2007

National Institute for Trial Advocacy

member

2004 - 2007

American Association for Justice

Member

Education

2001

University of Connecticut School of Law

Juris Doctorate

2001

University of Connecticut

MBA

1996

University of Connecticut

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Connecticut Bar Association

Bankruptcy Training Presentation

Languages

English

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