Thomas M. Hensel Jr.

Thomas M. Hensel Jr.

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 26 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Sterling Heights, MI
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Settlement

36250 Dequindre Road, Suite 410, Sterling Heights, MI

About Thomas

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 26 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1999

Active in Good Standing

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Location

Hensel Law Office, PLLC

36250 Dequindre Road, Suite 410, Sterling Heights, MI, 48310

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Thomas M. Hensel Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

231 Client Reviews

Showing 41 - 45 of 62 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by George | May 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

(5) Stars (0) regrets

Took to finding a Bankruptcy Attorney in early '16. Called one and was underwhelmed, then a second, then a third...none of the calls left me feeling good about having a consult with any of them. Finally called the Hensel Law Office and that was that. Very professional, congenial, sharp with the detai...ls... Mr. Hensel was involved and invested from start to finish. I could not have asked for a smoother, cleaner process than what was provided. All questions were answered, any concerns i had were taken care of and any worries during what was not the most ideal of situations were put at ease. This Is The Lawyer To Call.

Posted by Doug | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Great Attorney

I first hired Tom in December 2013 for a Chapter 13. He was great. He took the time to explain ALL my options and he listened to my concerns. Thru out the 2 years that I was in Ch. 13 a few questions or concerns came up and when I would contact him he was always quick to get back with me and answer m...y questions or concerns. Then in December 2015 I had an unexpected situation come up and couldn't afford the Ch. 13 payments. So again I called Tom and again, He went above and beyond what I expected and got my Chapter 7 filed on December 30th. He explained everything and walked me thru all of it. He always treated me with respect and was always honest and up front with me. He was so good to me that I actually recommended my sister to him for her Ch. 7 and he treated her to the same respect and dignity he gave me. Now she is just waiting for her discharge. Thanks Tom!!!

Posted by Dorie | February 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Above and Beyond

Mr. Hensel is an excellent bankruptcy lawyer and I would recommend him as my first choice in representation. I had very unique complications arise from my bankruptcy, to say the least, and Mr. Hensel was in constant communication with me and took care of everything.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Financial Life Saver!

I found Tom after reading a number of reviews online. I decided to give him, and a few other attorneys, a call. Tom was the only one who made me feel comfortable with my decision in filing, as there's such a stigma attached to bankruptcy. I never felt pressured to hire him, everything regarding the p...reparation to file was done at my pace, and the payment arrangement we came up with worked well with my own financial situation. Through the process, he was very informative and always available, no matter when I called. After the filing, I still received phone calls from some creditors. One creditor in particular would not stop calling, even stated try had no knowledge of the filing, yet their correct address was on the filing papers! Tom quickly stepped in and contacted the creditor, and the calls stopped. Tom is a great guy to have on your side when going through the bankruptcy process. I know I couldn't have chosen a better attorney!!

Posted by Teresa | January 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great results

Tom Hensel jr is a great attorney he does what he says he'll do. He also was great at explaining things to me about what was happening throughout the process of filling my bankruptcy. I would highly recommend it your considering filling bankruptcy give him a call.

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Thomas M. Hensel Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Brett Border

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is an expert at bankruptcy law. I have practiced with him for over 10 years and he is consistently one of the best lawyers practicing in the community. I highly recommend Tom for any bankruptcy or debt law matter."

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Kiel Roeschke

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hensel is a diligent and compassionate attorney. His expertise and representation skills are highly recommended."

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K. Baran

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fee very confident in endorsing Tom. He is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable in bankruptcy. I feel very comfortable recommending Tom and referring clients to him for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy cases."

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Walter Metzen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Hensel for well over a decade and can endorse his abilities in consumer bankruptcy. I have seen his work firsthand and find him to be a top-notch professional who has his clients best interests in mind."

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Marshall Schultz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryan Yaldou

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a well-respected attorney in our community. He is professional, easy to talk to, and knows what he is doing. I highly recommend Tom Hensel, jr.."

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John Kallabat

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hensel has a solid reputation in the legal community."

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Linda Bruton

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable, careful and personable. Bankruptcy can be emotionally difficult. Mr. Hensel treats everyone with the utmost respect and care to help make a difficult process easier to navigate."

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Mark Bredow

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom Hensel for 13 years both personally and professionally. Tom and I worked together in the same firm for over 3 years. He is honest, friendly and hardworking. He shows great attention to detail but never loses sight of the bigger picture. His knowledge of the law is exceptional and is only exceeded by his dedication to his clients. Mr. Hensel is highly respected by his peers, his adversaries, the Bankruptcy Trustees, Bankruptcy Court staff and the Judiciary. Because of this, he is able to achieve great results in less time, saving his clients money and grief. When I have to refer a bankruptcy client, I refer them to Mr. Hensel."

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Brett Border

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Kiel Roeschke

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Walter Metzen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Marshall Schultz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Montera

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Bryan Yaldou

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John Kallabat

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Brian Rookard

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Mark Bredow

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Lawrence Neace

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Patrick Mcgivney

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Avvo's 2015 Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

2014

Avvo's 2014 Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

2013

Avvo's 2013 Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Founder/Managing Partner, Hensel Law Office, PLLC

2003 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Butler, Butler & Rowse-Oberle, PLLC

2000 - 2003

Staff Attorney, Uaw Legal Services Plan

Associations

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

Consumer Bankruptcy Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Richards v. Community Choice Credit Union, 12-5966-tjt

in favor of Plaintiffs, lien stripped

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Education

1999

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Western Michigan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

7th Annual ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (Detroit)

Surrender of Property in Chapter 13

Languages

English

Activity

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