Michael Richard Benkstein

Michael Richard Benkstein

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 19 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Bingham Farms, MI
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Real Estate, Tax, Appeals

30150 Telegraph Road, Suite 444, Bingham Farms, MI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 80%

I started my career in the area Bankruptcy Law. I was admitted to the US District Court, Eastern District of Michigan in 2007.

19 years

80%
Real Estate 10%

In addition to being an attorney, I am also a licensed Real Estate Broker. Having the licensing and training as a real estate broker helps my clients at a deeper level when it comes to legal issues involving property.

15 years

10%
Appeals 5%

I represent my clients in Appeals to the Michigan Tax Tribunal with regards to their property tax assessment claims.

14 years

5%
Tax 5%

I represent my clients in local and state tax disputes which include but are not limited to property tax assessments, incentives, and other tax issues.

14 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Thav Gross, PC

30150 Telegraph Road, Suite 444, Bingham Farms, MI, 48025

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Michael Richard Benkstein's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

By far the best attorney!

I hired Michael for a bankruptcy case. He was so detailed and very thorough with everything he did. He was always available to answer all and any of my questions, and he had everything done in a timely manner. Thank you Michael for being so amazing in such a terrible time!

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Michael Richard Benkstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Garik Osipyants

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael has exceptionally broad knowledge and experience with Bankruptcy Law, and he's a great guy who is dedicated to helping people."

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Mark Scully

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a conscientious and skilled lawyer. He is particularly skilled in the area of bankruptcy law and debt negotiation on both the debtor and creditor side. He shows up for court prepared and knowledgeable. I highly endorse Michael."

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Ryan Moldovan

Real estate lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been a colleague of Michael's for many years and know that he is an excellent attorney in the areas of property tax appeals, real estate, and bankruptcy."

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Ryan Moran

Appeals lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an experienced attorney who displays the highest degree of professionalism in every aspect of his work. I would recommend him to anyone for property tax appeals and any other real estate law needs."

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Rebekah Osterman

Real estate lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mike has a plethora of knowledge in several practice areas, making him invaluable in each practice area. When consulting on a case, Mike is very thorough and looks into nuances that affect the outcome of the scenario."

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Chad Silver

Tax lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Michael Benkstein is extremely knowledgeable about the body of Property Tax Law and Bankruptcy Law. He is a dedicated Attorney who is reliable, professional, and thoughtful. He shows proven results, adds value, and works very hard for his clients."

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Garik Osipyants

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Joshua Shillair

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Alphonse Dalimonte

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Adam Reatherford

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Thomas DeCarlo

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Ari Kresch

Litigation lawyer

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Ryan Moldovan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ryan Moran

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Chad Silver

Tax lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Residential Managing Attorney, Property Tax Division, 1-800-LAW-FIRM

2012 - 2013

Specialty Team Negotiator, Five Lakes Agency, Agents for JP Morgan Chase

2008 - 2012

Chp 13 Pre-Confirmation Attorney, Kostopoulos & Associates, PLLC

2008 - 2008

Chp 13 Post-Confirmation Attorney, Weik & Associates, PC

2007 - 2008

Chapter 7 Attorney, Great Lakes Legal Team PLC

Associations

2014 - Present

National Association of Realtors

Member

2014 - Present

Michigan Association of Realtors

Member

2014 - Present

Eastern Thumb Association of Realtors

Member

2005 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity

Member

2007 - 2008

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2006 - 2008

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2005

Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society

Member

Education

2005

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Washtenaw CC Guest Speaker

The Changing Practice of Law in the 21st Century

2013

Henry Ford CC Guest Speaker

How to be a Successful Paralegal in a Law Office

2011

Marygrove College Guest Speaker

The Basics of Consumer Bankruptcy

2007

Westwood College Guest Speaker

Interpersonal Communications in the Criminal Justine Setting, Booking procedures, and the Security of Detention Facilities

2006

Univ. of Wisconsin Guest Speaker

Persuasive Personal Statements, Letters of Recommendation Strategies, and Selecting Competitive Law Schools for Application

2005

MSU Lecture Series

Persuasive Brief Writing, Effective Oral Advocacy & the Importance of Prof. Dev. During Law School

Languages

English

Activity

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