Thomas R. Morris

Thomas R. Morris

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Dexter, MI
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Commercial, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

3258 Broad Street, Suite 2, Dexter, MI

About Thomas

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 5 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-375 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 39 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1986

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Morris & Morris Attorneys, P.L.L.C.

3258 Broad Street, Suite 2, Dexter, MI, 48130

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Thomas R. Morris's Reviews

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Posted by Lawrence | October 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

The Lawyer that Bankruptcy Judges Recommend

I met Tom Morris eleven years ago. My law partner and I quarreled over our 32 million dollar docket and ended up in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Tom was referred to me by a senior bankruptcy judge and a senior member of the bankruptcy bar. The litigation was difficult and lasted over 8 years. Tom ...represented several members of my family and myself. He brilliantly protected my aged parents, and successfully negotiated a settlement for me. He was tops in his class at the University of Michigan law school, and brings his discipline and strategic thinking to each legal problem he is involved in. As a senior member of the bankruptcy bar, he is known and respected by federal judges, and fellow practitioners. He prefers diplomacy and negotiation to "running the meter," and tries to be cost effective in his representation of clients. When the protracted litigation exhausted my funds, Tom worked tirelessly and without complaint, until he could be properly rewarded from the Court ordered distributions. He has impeccable integrity, and his billable hours are based on actual hours worked, not on fictionalized "value billing". Tom represents the best of what the legal profession can be, and should be. I whole heartedly recommend him to anyone who wants excellent representation by an extraordinary lawyer and a fine human being. I am a retired lawyer who knows and has experienced the best and the worst legal representation. Tom Morris is the "real deal." Lawrence

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Thomas R. Morris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Plecha

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It is without hesitation that I endorse Tom. He is technically skilled in and out of the court room, while mastering the substantive law of bankruptcy. Tom's attention to detail is keen and his insight is invaluable. I have and will continue to recommend bankruptcy clients to Tom."

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Jeffry Landis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom and I have worked together and on opposite sides in a number of matters. He is among the most knowledgable, conscientious, and pragmatic attorneys I have dealt with or observed in the field of bankruptcy law, and I have the utmost confidence and comfort level in referring clients or questions to him for assistance in bankruptcy and related areas of the law."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Donald Lawrence

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Morris on a bankruptcy matter where he was representing the husband and I represented the wife. I found him to be knowledgeable and responsive. I would recommend Mr. Morris to clients who may need bankruptcy expertise."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Morris exemplifies the professionalism, confidence, knowledge and skill to which we all should aspire. Dedication and a love of the law means helping others solve problems. Our collective wisdom and desire to counsel people is evident by participation in this forum. The combined experience of attorneys activity participating in this forum represent some of the best in our profession. Attorney Morris' experience, skill and knowledge demonstrate a desire to provide appropriate information as seen from our perspective. All attorneys want to provide the best information we can. Most telling is that Attorney Morris provides valuable information concerning legal issues and also fulfills the counselor’s role as the facts warrant. Collectively we provide multiple opinions, which provide an excellent starting point for those who inquire of us and our efforts tend to demystify the legal process for the uninitiated. I endorse and recommend this Attorney without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

SuperLawyers, Thomson Reuters

2008

SuperLawyers, Thomson Reuters

Work Experience

2003 - 2021

Member, Silverman & Morris, P.L.L.C.

1990 - 2003

Partner, Shefferly, Silverman & Morris

1986 - 1990

Associate attorney, Schlussel, Lifton

Associations

2000 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Business Law Section, Debtor/Creditor Rights Committee

member

1986 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2009 - 2012

Business Law Section, State Bar of Michigan

member of Business Law Council

2003 - 2024

American Bankruptcy Institute

member

Sample of Legal Cases

City of Detroit, chapter 9

plan confirmed

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Education

1986

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

James Madison College,Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Central States Bankruptcy Workshop

Individual chapter 11 cases

2006

Real Property Issues in Bankruptcy

leases and bankruptcy

Publications

2013

American Bankrupcty Institute Individual Chapter 11 Cases

2010

2009

Handling Consumer and Small Business Bankruptcies in Michigan Representing Small Business Debtors in Bankruptcy

2000

Michigan Real Property Review Judgment Liens Against Real Property

Languages

French

English

Activity

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