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Thomas M. Hensel Jr.
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Biography
Thomas Hensel is a dedicated Michigan bankruptcy attorney who handles each case personally. If you are facing a bankruptcy related matter such as creditor harassment, chapter 13, chapter 7 or any other bankruptcy law related matter, please do not hesitate to call.
Our main office is located in Sterling Heights in Macomb County.
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Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 26 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1999
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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
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Recommendation (85)
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Case Results (69)
Responsiveness (63)
Communication Style (62)
Professionalism (61)
Compassion (42)
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Debt Settlement
Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Just Received Our Discharge - Thanks to Tom!
5 long years and worth the effort! After a near disastrous relationship with another attorney we were fortunate to hear about Tom and consulted with him to take over our case. His efficiency, kindness and professionalism was refreshing and allowed us to trust that we had found the right man for the...
Posted by Chris | January 21, 2014 | Debt Settlement
Great bankruptcy attorney, highly recommend
Mr Hensel was very professional and knowledgeable about the bankruptcy process. Mr Hensel's interaction with the banckruptcy court officials showed that he was respected and an expert in this specialty of law. He worked with me and my husband through a rough portion of our lives. He made a negative e...
Thomas M. Hensel Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Mr. Hensel is a diligent and compassionate attorney. His expertise and representation skills are highly recommended."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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.."
"Mr. Hensel has a solid reputation in the legal 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."
"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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Experience
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
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Creditors. I put DTE on my petition as an unsecured creditor because I am delinquent on my payments.
17 Mar 2014
Q&A
I surrendered my boat loan during my chapter 13. My attorney says my brother can make the payments and the bank won't repo it.
01 Mar 2014
Q&A
Auto loan while in a chapter 13 bankruptcy without Trustee approval.
28 Aug 2013