About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

Family law is usually a very stressful affair. Having to face divorce and custody of children during the same time can be overwhelming. At the law office of Stephen A. Thomas, Esq, we offer compassionate legal representation during your difficult tim

13 years

30%

Child Custody 20%

Establish or modify Child Support, Parenting time (formerly Visitation) and/or Parental Responsibility (formerly Custody). We want whats best for the child. Call today to discuss your family matters.

13 years

20%

Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorce can be very stressful and involve child custody issues; child support; divisions of property and debt and maintenance. Our approach is personalized and professional because each case is different. Call today to discuss your family matters.

13 years

20%

Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

Represents clients in all types of financial emergencies, including creditor lawsuit defense ; debt elimination, reduction and settlement -- tax elimination, reduction and settlement. Call today to discuss all debt matters.

36 years

10%

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

A successful Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help you keep your home even if a foreclosure has been filed; allow you to pay what a vehicle might be worth, not the higher amount that is owed; discharge some debts in a payment plan lasting from 3 to 5 years.

36 years

10%

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

Delivering High Class bankruptcy service to clients who are undergoing financial stress. We can assist in discharging credit cards and medical bills; individuals can keep their homes and vehicles by reaffirming secured debts. Call Today to discuss.

36 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 5 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes

Payment Methods

Cash
Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 36 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1990

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

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Location

Stephen A. Thomas, PLC

19120 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48223

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Stephen A Thomas's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Personal Injury

Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Attorney Stephen A. Thomas literally saved my life!

On November the 12th 2013 I was struck by a car. Until Attorney Thomas diligently worked and fought on my behalf to get my life bacl on track, my life was in a down spiral. I applied for disability twice and was denied. Then remember that there was this attorney that was know for fighting for his c...lients, tooth and nail, because he really cares about people I have him a call and since the day he was dedicated to any and everything it took for us to get a fully favorable decision. Now I am able to start doing things that need to be done for my 3yr. Old daughter. Which by the way, saved my life Because the physical predicament being struck by vehicle mentally damaged me where I couldn't look daughter in her pretty little eyes, knowing I couldn't provide for her how she had deserve to be took provided for. I'mreally grateful and can't thank Attorney Stephen A. Thomas enough for his Valiant & Noble success in help me get my life back on track. Ealton

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Stephen A Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patrick Helwig

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a great lawyer and a good friend. He is passionate about bringing justice to consumers who have been wronged and he will fight for his clients. I highly recommend Steve for any consumer law matter!"

Peter Barry

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an awesome lawyer! He and I have worked together on several cases. He is smart, diligent, patient, and effective. Great lawyer and a great friend."

Omar Badr

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is not afraid to stand up for his clients' rights."

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Edwin Feld

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Jessica Bentz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Steven Scharg

Criminal defense lawyer

Frank Jackson

Family lawyer

Omar Badr

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating: 9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Family Law Certificate Recipient, ICLE & Family Law Section of SBM

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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Work Experience

1991 - Present

President, Stephen A. Thomas, PLC

1990 - 1991

City Attorney, City Of Detroit Law Department

1989 - 1990

Public Defender, Washington, D.C.

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Associations

2013 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

1992 - Present

Wolverine Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

1990 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

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Education

1989

Detroit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Howard University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1983

Great Lakes Maritime Academy

Associate Degree

1979

Cass Tech High School

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Speaking Engagements

2021

CLE- Attended

Negotiating and Drafting a Property Settlement Agreement

2021

CLE- Attended

Resolving a Custody Dispute and Drafting the Settlement Agreement

2021

CLE- Attended

Pre- and Postnuptial Agreements

2021

CLE- Attended

Adoption, ART, and Paternity

2021

CLE- Attended

Drafting Family Law Documents

2014

ON-DEMAND SEMINARS Representing the Debtor

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Languages

Spanish

English

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