Attorney Walter Metzen, the principal bankruptcy attorney here at Detroit Bankruptcy , has over 10 years experience in consumer bankruptcy law, and has helped thousands of Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan residents get a fresh financial start. All associate attorneys have also successfully assisted thousands of clients with their bankruptcy filings. We maintain close communication with our clients by being readily available in person (walk-in times everyday), by telephone by fax and by email. We are not the largest law firm in Detroit. We are not the largest bankruptcy law firm in Michigan, nor do we want to be. What we do have is a dedicated, experienced staff that will provide you with attentive, personalized service. We do not believe that bigger is necessarily better. The attorneys at Detroit Bankruptcy strive to know the law and know the Bankruptcy Court system. We study the Bankruptcy Code, the Bankruptcy rules and the Local Bankruptcy Rules for the Eastern District of Michigan. We know the Bankruptcy Judges the Chapter 7 Trustee's and the Chapter 13 Trustee's. We know the other local bankruptcy attorneys and we can guide you through any bankruptcy proceeding. All attorneys at Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyers PLLC stay current in the latest developments in all our areas of practice and frequently attend seminars, bankruptcy conferences and workshops to maintain the highest level of bankruptcy law counseling as possible.

Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy helping people file Chapter 7 and 13 in Michigan.

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Walter Metzen is a Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy representing individual debtors in the metro Detroit area. My office has filed over 10,000 personal bankruptcy cases for residents in Southeast Michigan.

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Licensed in Michigan for 31 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1994

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Bankruptcy Law Office of Walter Metzen

645 Griswold Street, Suite 3156 Penobscot Building, Detroit, MI, 48226-4214

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30448 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, 48073

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Bankruptcy & Debt (135) Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (31) Lawsuits & Disputes (10) Debt Collection (7) Debt Settlement (7) Business (2) Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (2) Credit Repair (2) Debt & Lending Agreements (1) Divorce & Separation (1) Identity Theft (1) Real Estate (1) Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)

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Case Results (91) Practice Area Knowledge (80) Recommendation (79) Professionalism (55) Communication Style (50) Responsiveness (42) Advocacy (32) General Knowledge (25) Character & Conduct (23) Staff & Support (21) Compassion (19) Trustworthiness (16) Cost of Services (14) Punctuality (7) Payment Plans (2)

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Posted by Jen | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Pleased Client

Mr. Metzen and staff are very professional and prompt. At our meetings Mr. Metzen was very thorough when reviewing my case and also was available by phone when I had additional questions. I would recommend him if you are looking for a great bankruptcy attorney.

Posted by Tasha | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Chapter 7

Mr Metzen was excellent! He was thorough, efficient, and caring. He didn't judge me and I felt very comfortable allowing him to represent me. The office staff were very and helpful during this troubling time. If you're looking for a trustworthy and knowledgable attorney then Mr. Metzen is the attorne...y that you want!

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Posted by Samuel lee | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Awesome lawyer

Mr Metzen is a wonderful man very professional this was my second time dealing with him, the staff awesome up beat and friendly I love the entire office.

Posted by Shauna | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent

Mr. Metzen and his team did everything to help the bankruptcy process be understandable and less nerve racki g. They were patient and always called or emailed when I need to send any paperwork. I also enjoed the fact that Mr. Metzen has an office that is open a past normal business hours for his clie...nts who can't always make an appointment to see him before 5pm. The actual bankruptcy hearing tool all of 5 mins and within a week or so I received a call that my case would be discharged. I am extremely happy the way my process went. From beginning to end there is nothing I would change.

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Posted by Daniel | May 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Start To Finish A Great Experience!

Unfortunately I got over my head in medical bills and my wages were being garnished and needed to file for bankruptcy.... This was my first time filing for bankruptcy so I had no clue what I was doing I got online and looked for an attorney and thankfully I came across Mr. Metzen law offices! Needles...s to say all the great reviews about Mr. Metzen were true and I'm glad I chose him to represent me.... Start to finish he made this hard time I was going through very easy and always answered all my questions to put it simply he is an amazing attorney and I can not thank him enough for his hard work!!!!

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