Michael Jacob Owen Sandler

Michael Jacob Owen Sandler

also known as Michael J.O. Sandler, Michael Sandler

4.8
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 25 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Woodbridge, VA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Uncontested Divorce

12801 Darby Brook Ct #201, Woodbridge, VA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 95%

26 years | 1,200 cases

95%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

25 years | 300 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 25 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Utah for 3 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2022

Administrative - Not authorized to practice

No misconduct found

Location

Fisher-Sandler, LLC

12801 Darby Brook Ct #201, Woodbridge, VA, 22192

Fisher-Sandler, LLC

3977 Chain Bridge Rd Suite 2, Fairfax, VA, 22030

Fisher-Sandler, LLC

1930 William Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401

Fisher-Sandler, LLC

8002 DiscoveryDrive, Ste. 422, Richmond, VA, 23229

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Michael Jacob Owen Sandler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Henry | March 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Great bankruptcy attorney

Mr. Sandler took my bankruptcy chapter 7 case and he was amazing made very easy and affordable. I will strongly recommend Mr. Sandler if you are looking for a good bankruptcy attorney, he is the one.

Posted by Krista | August 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Seamless process!

Mr. Sandler made our bankruptcy process so easy. Very affordable, helpful, and also very friendly. I emailed him with questions all days of the week, all hours of the day/night, and he always answered in no time. . Highly recommend him.

Posted by George | January 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Outstanding Service

I recently used Fisher-Sandler to conduct a bankruptcy case. Michael Sandler was extremely helpful, responsive to requests, and available to answer questions. He provided clear and cogent explanations of the process, alternatives, and consequences, and he made it easy to organize and submit the exten...sive required information -- all for a very reasonable fee. The case proceeded to a satisfactory solution without any glitches or delays. We recommend him without reservations and in the strongest possible terms.

Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Honest, knowledgable, and affordable attorney. Best bankrupcy attorneyin the area

Mr. Sandler is the best bankruptcy attorney in the area. He is honest, quick with the process, and very affordable. I consulted several bankruptcy attorneys in the area before I decided to hire Mr. Sandler and I don't regret my decision. I would recommend him without hesitation. Thank you Mr. Sandle...r. OS

Posted by Jennifer | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Best experience with a lawyer I've had!

We went to a different lawyer before Michael and I had a bad experience. Every time we contacted him he didn't know who we were. We paid half the money up front and they never started any work on our case. Then when we decided we would not be able to pay all the money before they started, they would ...not give us our money back. Michael on the other hand was very friendly and knowledgeable and got to work right away. Before we knew it, our bankruptcy was filed. It changed our lives! After my husband getting layed off and being without work for 8 months. This truly gave us a fresh start! Thank you Michael Sandler!

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David Phillips

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Other

"I became familiar with Michael's bankruptcy law practice through a mutual business associate. It quickly became obvious that Michael has spent many hours preparing informational videos for potential clients to obtain quality information about the entire bankruptcy process that are readily available on his website. Michael maintains a small office practice that allows him to personally assist each client and help them with a very difficult time in their lives. Watch the videos. He really cares and wants to help. I highly endorse Michael."

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Fisher-Sandler, LLC

2005 - 2017

Owner/Attorney, The Law Offices of Michael J. O. Sandler, PLLC

2000 - 2006

Associate, Becker, Hadeed, Kellogg & Berry, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2004 - Present

Northern Virginia Bankruptcy Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

1999 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Member

Education

2000

George Mason Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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