Douglas Eugene Kuthy

Douglas Eugene Kuthy

4.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 39 years

Estate planning Lawyer at West Bloomfield, MI
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

5755 Fox Hunt Ln, West Bloomfield, MI

About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 85%

Wills, trusts, powers of attorneys, elder law issues.

39 years | 349 cases

85%
Bankruptcy and Debt 7%

All areas of bankruptcy law including chapters 7, 11, and 13. Creditor representation and adversary proceedings.

39 years | 4,000 cases

7%
Divorce and Separation 5%

Uncontested divorce, contested divorce, custody disputes, cases with substantial business assets and/or professional degrees.

39 years | 350 cases

5%
Business 2%

Business litigation of all types.

39 years | 250 cases

2%
Criminal Defense 1%

All areas of criminal defense from murder cases to misdemeanors.

39 years | 750 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-375 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 39 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1986

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Estate Planning Attorney Douglas Kuthy

5755 Fox Hunt Ln, West Bloomfield, MI, 48322

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Douglas Eugene Kuthy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Carol | April 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

One Good Lawyer

On the first meeting with him, he answered questioned that I had not even asked. He was very thorough in explaining how my case would work and he was right. He made me feel that he was qualified for the job and I could ask him any questions at any time once the case started. He kept me very informed ...about the case, showed up promptly for the court hearing, and represented my case well. I would like to thank him for all of his hard work and I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by TANYA | July 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest and Professional

Mr. Kuthy help me get with my Bankruptcy, he did an awesome job with explaining everything to me on how the process would go. He did everything in a timely manner and kept me informed if there were any changes or problems. I highly recommend Mr. Kuthy due to he honest, thoroughness and professionali...sm.

Posted by Terry | June 11, 2014

Passionate & Experienced Attorney

Douglas Kuthy helps you understand all the red tape involved with bankruptcies. He keeps you informed and understands the emotionally draining effects it has on families during their bankruptcy. We highly recommend Mr. Kuthy. Terry from White Lake,Mi

Posted by John | June 6, 2014

Great Legal Help

I was referred to Douglas Kuthy in 2008 by another law firm when my company began having cash flow problems due to my bank’s extremely aggressive way of handling my loan. At the time I was told that Doug is an expert in debt resolution and bankruptcy. I have been very happy with Doug’s representation... for several years in state court, during my bankruptcy, and in my wife’s bankruptcy. Doug did an excellent job in litigating the dispute with the bank and kept them from interfering with attempts to sell the business and cure my financial problems. When I was unable to sell the business Doug took me through a personal Chapter 7 bankruptcy which resolved my business and personal debt problems completely. Doug was quite astute. His observations regarding the property ownership of my wife and myself allowed us to get through the process with no interference from the courts. Since we have been outside of bankruptcy Doug has given us excellent advice on how to rebuild ourselves and we are now out of the financial woods and own another house. We anticipate that we will be completely debt free within a couple of years and own our home outright. In short, Doug has excellent “people” skills, clearly knows debtor creditor law, and guided us through a complicated financial situation with skill and good humor. I really appreciate Doug’s help and highly recommend him to anyone else who may be having financial problems.

Posted by Lisa | June 2, 2014

Excellent Bankruptcy Attorney

Working with Mr. Kuthy was a great experience. He guided us through a difficult Chapter 13 and was both reassuring and knowledgeable of what we were to expect. We would highly recommended Mr. Kuthy. He was very honest and upfront. He will tell you if he is unable to do something. Very straightforward.... We would definitely recommend Mr. Kuthy for any legal issue that may arise.

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Douglas Eugene Kuthy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathleen Parakh

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and a true professional."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Gina Famularo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Bredow

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Douglas for 25 years. I met Douglas when I was a clerk to a Judge and later, after I became a lawyer, Douglas was my partner in a bankruptcy law practice. Douglas is intelligent, dedicated, hardworking and tenacious. Exactly the kind of lawyer you want on your side. You will find him to be a good advocate for you."

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David Pittman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Misty Fields

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a dedicated and passionate attorney."

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John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Kelli Meeks

Foreclosure lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doug is a creative, solution-oriented attorney who you can trust to obtain the best result possible. Organized and resourceful, he excels at developing a strategy that gives his clients a fighting chance. Although our work together has involved foreclosures, Doug is a fine and highly skilled bankruptcy practitioner as well, to whom I confidently refer matters to when I am unable to handle them."

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Mark Kruse

Business lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug and I worked together on a very complicated, highly contested multi-state matter. Doug knows his stuff, and just as importantly knows his way around the Courthouse. Doug is very sharp with procedure and litigation strategy --- he is an attorney that can be counted on."

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Onjel Benson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug acts with speed, efficiency and integrity. You can trust him to get the best for all his clients and if you need a referral attorney, he should be at the top of your list."

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David Binkley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is among the "go-to" lawyers in our community when the stakes are high and a successful outcome is critical. Highly endorse."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Top Contributor, AVVO

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Managing Partner, Douglas E. Kuthy, P.C.

1996 - 2013

Managing Partner, Bankruptcy Lawyers, P.C.

1986 - 1987

Associate, Simon, Deitch, Tucker & Friedman

1984 - 1986

Judicial Clerk, Hon. Richard D. Kuhn

Education

1986

Detroit College of Law

J.D.

1979

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

B.A.

Languages

English

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