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Brian Joel Small
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Biography
Brian J. Small is a shareholder of the Firm and manages the Firm’s Bankruptcy Department, Consumer Financial Crisis Management Department, as well as the Estate Planning Department. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan (B.A., 1989) and University of Richmond School of Law where he earned a Law degree in 1992. Brian practices in the areas of Bankruptcy law, debt resolution, and debtor work-out arrangements for consumers and businesses as well as Estate Planning for Wills and Trusts.
Brian has been a frequent speaker at local and national seminars on Bankruptcy and Financial Crisis Management over the past several years. He is a Co-Host of the Law and Reality TV & Radio Show. The show airs on TV50 in Metro Detroit at 8:00 AM on Sunday. He is also the Co-Host of Law and Reality Live which airs as a radio show Tuesdays at 10:00 am on WPZR FM and 7:00 am on Sunday on Kiss FM
Brian is the current Vice President of the Consumer Bankruptcy Association and is a recurring member of the planning committee with regard to planning the annual Steven Rhodes Annual Consumer Bankruptcy Conference, sponsored jointly by the American Bankruptcy Institute and the Consumer Bankruptcy Association. Mr. Small is an active member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, the National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees, and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, as well as the Institute for Continuing Legal Education. He has recently co-authored an attorney practice manual for Bankruptcy for the Institute for Continuing Legal Education.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
30%
34 years | 10,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
25%
34 years | 10,000 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
24%
34 years | 10,000 cases
Debt Settlement
12%
34 years | 10,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 33 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1992
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Location
Thav Gross PC
30150 Telegraph Road, Suite 444, Bingham Farms, MI, 48025
Thav Gross PC
1000 Beach St, Flint, MI, 48502
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Posted by Michael | January 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Found The Right Solution For Us
Brian was amazing! He helped us through a very difficult situation and was there to answer all our questions along the way. He found a solution that was specific to our situation, implemented it and resolved our debt. Now we are debt free thanks to Brian. His knowledge of the Bankruptcy Laws and opt...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly Recommended - Resolving Financial Issues
As a regular bankruptcy practitioner who frequently works with Brian from the opposing side, I can honestly say that his clients have a significant advantage in resolving their financial issues both in and out of bankruptcy. His level of skill and professionalism is far superior to the majority of h...
Brian Joel Small's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brian is knowledgeable, articulate, and a pleasure to work with. He brings integrity and intelligence to his work and I believe his overall presence has a positive impact on his clients. Not only is he versatile, but he also approaches every case with the utmost care and explores every option meticulously. He is a true professional at what he does."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a premier Consumer and Business Bankruptcy attorney. He looks to solutions outside of bankruptcy when possible and looks to find the optimal solution for his clients."
"I have had the privilege to work with and for Brian over the past ten plus years. He is highly knowledgeable and skilled in the field of consumer insolvency. I highly recommend Brian."
"Brian is an extremely knowledgeable lawyer in the bankruptcy and financial matters arena. He is a leader in the field. He is ethical and honest."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Brian on countless matters over 12 years. He is a zealous advocate for his client while also being reasonable to work with as opposing counsel. He is responsive and always on top of his files. Based on his proven track record, he is a respected member of the bankruptcy legal community and is asked or elected to serve on boards and committees due to his expert knowledge. I would and have, without hesitation or reservation, recommended him to people seeking bankruptcy representation."
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Experience
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Partner, Thav Gross PC
Associations
2006 - Present
National Association of Chapter 13 TrusteesMember
2006 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1998 - Present
Consumer Bankruptcy Association of DetroitVice President
1996 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
Education
1992
University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
American Bankruptcy Institute- Steven Rhodes Veterans Day Conference
Tenancy by Entirety in Michigan in Bankruptcy
2014
Detroit Consumer Bankruptcy Conference 2014
Consumer Bankruptcy Mortgage Issues
2012
Consumer Bankruptcy Institute
Bankruptcy Alternatives
2011
ICLE Bankruptcy Boot Camp
Bankruptcy Boot Camp
2010
ICLE Bankruptcy Boot Camp
The Basics of Chapter 13
2008
National Association of Chapter 13 Trustee's- Annual Conference
Mortgage issues in Chapter 13
2007
Detroit Consumer Bankruptcy Conference
Issues facing Chapter 13 practitioner
Publications
2015
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan)
HANDLING CONSUMER AND SMALL BUSINESS BANKRUPTCIES IN MICHIGAN
2009
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan)
HANDLING CONSUMER AND SMALL BUSINESS BANKRUPTCIES IN MICHIGAN
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers