Christopher M. Mcavoy

Christopher M. Mcavoy

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 28 years

Family Lawyer at Allen Park, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Bankruptcy & Debt, Probate, Estate Planning

19200 Ecorse Road, Suite 102, Allen Park, MI

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Divorce, child support, and child custody.

50%
Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.

25%
Probate 15%

Probate administration.

15%
Estate Planning 10%

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 28 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1997

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christopher M. Mcavoy

19200 Ecorse Road, Suite 102, Allen Park, MI, 48101

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Christopher M. Mcavoy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Dawn | February 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trustworthy

If you're looking for help with legal issues, look no further than Chris McAvoy. After a not so pleasant experience with another attorney, Chris stepped in, cleaned up the mess and put me at ease. It was such a relief to work with someone who is competent, takes initiative and takes pride in what h...e does. Both he and his wonderful staff are friendly, honest, knowledgeable and prompt. They return all phone calls and emails and never once made me feel like I was insignificant or a bother. I highly recommend Chris and his team and am forever grateful for McAvoy Law Firm!

Posted by Marty | April 22, 2013

The BEST

Chris is great at his job. He knows how to handle every case with the most important person in mind,you the client. My wife and i trust him with all of our legal needs and he has never let us down. He and his staff will help you in every way possible to make you feel at ease. I refer people to him al...l the time and they have nothing but good things to say about him as well.

Posted by Emese | November 3, 2011

Awesome in any matter...

Chris has been excellent every time we have hired him. From bankruptcy to probate he has been able to handle it all. In fact he handled each case with such professionalism, that I trusted him to work my mother on her divorce case.

Posted by Dan | November 20, 2010

Smart Responsive Attorney

Chris is knowledgeable, straight forward and honest. He has been a great source for my debt issues. His support has reduce the stress involved when dealing with the legal system. The comfort level Chris created with me made our conversions like "talking to my brother".

Posted by Frank | October 15, 2010

Bankruptcy

Chris did everything one would expect when you hire a lawyer. Everything was handled in a timely and professional fashion. All of my questions were answered and i was explained everything i had to do and what would happen thru the whole process.

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Christopher M. Mcavoy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Tooman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Chris McAvoy and have referred many clients to him for his bankruptcy expertise including family law matters. Chris has always gone above and beyond to take care of his clients and obtain successful results."

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Virginia Southgate

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Other

"A dynamic lawyer who practices bankruptcy as part of a full service family practice, Christopher McAvoy is committed to educating himself and educating his clients on debt relief strategies. Check his website for a free bankruptcy eBook."

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Nancy Stokley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher McAvoy is a highly reputable attorney. I recommend Chris to anyone seeking bankruptcy advice in Michigan."

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Jennifer Hendrickson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Axinn

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent lawyer, and contributor to the AVVO and Legal Practice Professional communities."

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Robert Nahoum

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"is a zealous advocate for his clients. Call him and you can trust you will be treated fairly and represented with the highest degree of competence"

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Bret Nason

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Attorney McAvoy through our memberships in NACBA and Legal Practice Pro. His posts on listservs show both a deep understanding of the law and experience in finding creative solutions to financial problems. I highly recommend Christopher McAvoy to anyone looking for an attorney to handle complex debt issues."

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Chad Engelhardt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is well regarded as a highly qualified bankruptcy and family attorney. Chris has helped many people in their darkest hour, and helped them change their lives. He is a tough but compassionate litigator that keeps his clients best interest at the front of all his actions. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Haddock

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Chris because of his knowledge and assistance he has provided to family law and small business clients dealing with debt and bankruptcy issues."

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Steven Heisler

Family lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher is an attorney that is not all about him. He makes it a point to help other (I have even seen him help other attorneys)"

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Mathew Kobliska

Family lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher McEvoy is a regular contributor to our Family Law Section listserv. He often gives other lawyers advice. His opinions and advice are highly regarded, particularly in situations in which family law and bankruptcy law intersect."

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Tracy Gaudenzi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Chris has an incredible understanding of the law. Family and friends that I have referred to Chris have been more than satisfied with his work."

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Jeri Behrmann

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Peter Behrmann

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Shalini Nangia

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is very knowledgeable and hard-working -- I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Michelle Letourneau

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Holly Bower

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Charles Phoenix

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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David Axinn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jennifer Hendrickson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Nahoum

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jay Fleischman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Bret Nason

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Omar Badr

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Steven Heisler

Family lawyer

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Michael Haddock

Litigation lawyer

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Mathew Kobliska

Family lawyer

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Matthew Crider

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jeri Behrmann

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Kurt O'Keefe

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Tracy Gaudenzi

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Peter Behrmann

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Shalini Nangia

Family lawyer

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David Carrier

Estate planning lawyer

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Holly Bower

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michelle Letourneau

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Charles Phoenix

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

1995

Dean's List, Michigan State University College of Law

1994

Dean's List, Michigan State University College of Law

1991

Michigan Competitive Scholarship, Michigan Department of Education

1990

Michigan Competitive Scholarship, Michigan Department of Education

1989

Michigan Competitive Scholarship, Michigan Department of Education

1988

Michigan Competitive Scholarship, Michigan Department of Education

1987

Michigan Competitve Scholarship, Michigan Department of Education

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, The McAvoy Law Firm

2000 - 2006

Attorney, Stroia & Associates, P.C.

1998 - 2000

Attorney, Legal Aid and Defender of Detroit

1996 - 1998

Attorney, WCNLS

1992 - 1993

Teacher's Assistant (TA), University of Michigan Business School

Associations

2009 - Present

Consumer Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2005 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2003 - Present

Downriver Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Michigan Probate Section

Member

2003 - Present

Michigan Family Law Section

Member

1997 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan

Admitted to Practice

1996 - Present

Michigan Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People of the State of Michigan vs DeShano

Not Guilty - Unanimous Jury Verdict

Brochue vs Citifinancial

Judgment for Plaintiff

Tice vs First Catholic Federal Credit Union

Judgment for Plaintiff

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Education

1996

Michigan State University College of Law

Juris Doctor

1992

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts

1987

Detroit Catholic Central

Speaking Engagements

2007

Wealth Management and the Estate Plan.

Estate planning and business sucession.

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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