Matthew John Stephens

Matthew John Stephens

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 15 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Okemos, MI
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Contracts & Agreements, Landlord & Tenant ... +2 more

3803 New Salem Ave., Okemos, MI

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018
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About Matthew

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 debtors; representation in adversary proceedings

16 years

25%
Contracts and Agreements 25%

Plaintiff / Defendant; familiar with presentation of expert witness testimony to juries

16 years

25%
Landlord or Tenant 25%

Landlord representation including eviction from rental units and eviction of unlawful hold-over tenant following foreclosure

16 years

25%
Consumer Protection 10%

Concealment of assets; breach of fiduciary duties

16 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 15 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2010

License Revoked

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Location

MJMA Legal Solutions, PLLC

3803 New Salem Ave., Okemos, MI, 48864

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Matthew John Stephens's Reviews

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3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Courtney | March 03, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Amazing Lawyer who fights for his clients

Matt was hired by my family to represent me in a criminal case. Matt stayed on top of everything that was going on for court and always kept me informed as to what was being worked on!! I would recommend Matt to anyone looking for a lawyer!

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Edward Sternisha

Unknown lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Stephens. Mr. Stephens has answered questions posted on Avvo with sound legal principles and with a clear understanding of the law. I am proud to call him a fellow Michigan Colleague!"

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Joseph Ostrowski

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Stephens exemplifies the professionalism, confidence, knowledge and skill to which we all should aspire. Dedication and a love of the law means helping others solve problems. Our collective wisdom and desire to counsel people is evident by participation in this forum. The combined experience of attorneys activity participating in this forum represent some of the best in our profession. This Attorney’s experience, skill and knowledge demonstrate a desire to provide appropriate information as seen from our perspective. All attorneys want to provide the best information we can. Most telling is this Attorney provides valuable information concerning legal issues and also fulfills the counselor’s role as the facts warrant. Collectively we provide multiple opinions, which provide an excellent starting point for those who inquire of us and tends to demystify the legal process for the uninitiated. I endorse and recommend this Attorney without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Disbarment issued in MI, 2018

updated on 03/29/2018

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the State Bar of Michigan to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Suspension issued in MI, 2017

updated on 08/09/2017

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2010

Magna Cum Laude, MSU College of Law

2010

Jurisprudence Award - Complex Civil LItigation, MSU College of Law

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Associate, Witte Law Offices

2010 - Present

Of Counsel, Field Law Group, PLLC

2009 - 2010

Clerk, Field Law Group, PLLC

2008 - 2008

Intern, Shiawassee County - 35th Judicial Circuit Court

Associations

2010 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2010 - Present

Ingham County Bar Association

Member

Education

2010

MSU College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Activity

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