Andrea D. Cartwright

Andrea D. Cartwright

3.7
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 27 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Southfield, MI
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Debt Settlement

24750 Lahser Rd, Southfield, MI

About Andrea

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 60%

If you owe more money than you can afford to repay over time, you may benefit from a Chapter 7 bankruptcy's services. In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the person that owes the money is usually relieved of financial obligations and given a fresh financial start. .

28 years | 5,000 cases

60%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 30%

If you owe money but need time to repay it, you may require the services of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy attorney. In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the court appoints a trustee to help you pay back your creditors (sometimes called a financial reorganization) over a three-to-five-year period. A chapter 13 can held you save your home from foreclosure, restructure your outstanding debts and avoid 2nd liens on real properties.

28 years | 2,000 cases

30%
Debt Settlement 10%

If you owe a large amount of money on unsecured debts but do not wish to file for bankruptcy or wish to protect your assets, you may require the services of a debt settlement lawyer. Unsecured debts include medical bills, credit cards, personal loans, and collection accounts. For these types of debts, banks will usually accept less than the full amount owed (especially if the original amount has continued to grow with interest, and late charges.

28 years | 100 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 27 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1998

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Cartwright Law Firm, PLLC

24750 Lahser Rd, Southfield, MI, 48033

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Andrea D. Cartwright's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | June 27, 2013

Patient

Mrs. Cartwright and her office team were very helpful, understanding and PANTIENT with me and my case. When ever I had a question, no matter what, I got the correct and honest answer! Her and her staff have that personal touch and understanding you would expect in any situation! Thank you Andrea... and staff for helping re-start my Life!

Posted by Antonio | May 15, 2013 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Andrea Cartwright helped me get my life back on track.

Attorney Cartwright was referred to me by a co-worker who she also helped. I was days from foreclosure and although I had a job, my hours were cut back and even with my furlough days I did not have enough time to work a second real. She advised me of my options before helping me file Chapter 7 bankru...ptcy. It was the best decision possible because I now have bills that I can afford. Andrea and her staff answered all of my calls and questions and helped me with things that I overlook. She even made sure that I was in good shape after the bankruptcy was over. I recommend her to anyone because she took the time to handle my case with care.

Posted by Regina | July 09, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Pro Bono

Andrea was very diligent in helping me throughout the bankruptcy process. Working with one of her assistants, they kept my case which due to personal events, took longer than usual. Still she stayed with me and helped me to be comprehensive and concise in all steps of the bankruptcy. Contact was c...ontiguous and prompt. All aspects of my filing for bankruptcy were discussed including any possible limitations on my ability to access future credit and certain debts that could not be discharged. Andrea was honest and thorough in all details, even returning $1.00 which I overpaid in filing fees. Months after the filing was completed and Andrea's part was done I received a garnishment from the treasury department for a previous debt which was included in my bankruptcy, but not discharged by the treasury. Andrea was able to look into this matter for me, resolve it and have my garnished funds returned to me. I would recommend Ms. Andrea Cartwright to anyone seeking legal assistance in her area of specialty. But only if you want to be treated very kindly, professionally, promptly and thoroughly.

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Andrea D. Cartwright's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Bredow

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrea is a fine attorney. She brings an admirable combination of legal knowledge, dedication and practical experience to bear on behalf of her clients. Andrea's clients are well served."

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John Kittel

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Mcguigan

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrea has in-depth knowledge of all aspects of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy law. She is dedicated to getting the best result possible for her clients and passionate about the practice of consummer bankruptcy law. That's a powerful combination!"

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Daniel Groves

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Andrea D. Cartwright is an extremely diligent, dedicated, courteous, and detail oriented professional. I have had the opportunity and pleasure to work with her and observe her practice. She is sure to keep prompt and open communication with her clients and always works toward achieving her client's best interests. Ms. Cartwright and I have also worked jointly on a case together where my job was made much easier thanks to the direction and guidance of Ms. Cartwright's years of experience and knowledge. It is without hesitation that I earnestly and avidly endorse Attorney Andrea D. Cartwright."

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Kristin Snyder

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dedicated to her clients; providing the best possible legal approach to their legal situation."

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Lisa Short

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this attorney because she is the best in her field. She has years of experience and great knowledge of bankruptcy law. As co-counsel on bankruptcy cases, I have witnessed first hand her ability to provide clients a sense of security in their time of financial crisis."

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William Stern

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I refer most of my bankruptcy clients to Andrea because she knows her area and gets the job done!"

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Mark Bredow

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Donald Mcguigan

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Kristin Snyder

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Laddy Award - Pro-bono Spirit Award, Legal Aid and Defender Association

2012

Pro bono program, United States Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Michigan

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Principal, Cartwright Law Firm, P.C.

1998 - 1999

Associate, Morris B. Lefkowitz, Esq

1994 - 1998

Law Clerk, Morris B. Lefkowitz

Associations

2003 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

1998 - Present

Wolverine Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Consumer Bankruptcy Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

Education

1998

Detroit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

New Obligations for Practitioners under the BAPCA of 2005

Consumer Bankruptcy

2000

Guest Attorney

Consumer Bankruptcy - Chapter 7 & 13

Languages

English

Activity

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