David W. Garrett
also known as Garrett Law Offices, Over 2700 cases, 25 years experience
About David
Biography
Welcome to Garrett Law Offices. Perhaps you've lost a job, been crushed with medical debt, been recently divorced, or you just can't manage your high-interest credit card debt and the pressure is too much. For whatever reason, we can discuss your options and explain how you can find protection under the debt relief laws.
I have over 25 years of experience handling thousands of case just like yours. Let Garrett Law offices help you find relief today.
Education: Suffolk University Law School in Boston, MA
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Tax and Real Estate
Dates attended: 1982 – 1985
Licensed in Michigan, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Admitted to practice in state and federal district courts and the 6th Circuit federal appeals court in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Activities and Societies: Michigan Bar Association Federal Bar Association in West Michigan Debtors Bar of West Michigan
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
36 years
36 years
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Michigan for 37 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 37 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 40 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Garrett Law Offices
1732 Lakeshore Dr, Muskegon, MI, 49441
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David W. Garrett's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
22 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 22 reviews
Posted by Richard | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy
Got money for the bankruptcy, and then never answered any of our questions. He never returned any email, and when you call him hes always on vacation and wantsbto email. Very unprofessional for someone your paying a lot of money too.. He also looses your important paperwork. He could never find pap...
Posted by Madison | January 03, 2014 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Helps you get through tough times!
Really, really helped me get through the entire bankruptcy. Went out of his way to help me get through all my obstacles--Out of state all the way to converting my bankruptcy to a chapter 13 to a 7. Highly would recommend and is lazy about NOTHING. Always on it.
Posted by John and Liz | December 17, 2013
J and L Bankruptcy
Very Knowledgeable, told us what we needed, told us how long it would take. Was straight-forward with us. Did not sugar-coat a thing, which we liked and needed.
Posted by Naomi | August 18, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Discharge of Debt Chapter 7
I got into financial trouble due to an illness that didn't allow me to work. I highly recommend Mr. Garrett for his ability to understand that his clients come to him in need of financial help. He worked with me and allowed me to make payments towards my discharge. I had called several other attor...
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Review David W. Garrett
Upon hiring David W. Garrett I was at first asured that I would clear my debt, Through the entire process I feel I was disillusioned on whether I was going to beable to keep my house. I still have my doubts.
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Experience
Honors
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client's Choice Award, Avvo Badge
2012
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau West Michigan
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Lead Attorney, Garrett Law Offices of West Michgan
2013 - 2015
Chairman, Maranatha Bible and Missionary Conference
1985 - 1988
Head of Land Acquisition in SE Connecticult and Boston/ Attorney, Bradgate Development
Associations
1993 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice in the Sixth Circuit
1990 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationBankruptcy Division of Michigan
1989 - Present
State Bar of MichiganLicensed Attorney
2005 - 2012
Debtors Bar of West MichiganMember
1995 - 1995
United States Supreme CourtAppeals in CJA Criminal Cases
1990 - 1998
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1987 - 1988
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
1985 - 1988
Boston Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Settled for less than was sought and provided for its payment through the plan.
Education
1985
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1978
Classwork Summer Session in Europe
1977
None
Speaking Engagements
2010
Publications
2005
2005
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What is the going rate for a chapter 7 bankruptcy attorney, in the detroit metro area?
06 Aug 2015
How do I handle this secured creditor who failed to file a claim in Ch. 13?
07 Aug 2015
What specific document in a bankruptcy proves that the mortgage was discharged?
03 Aug 2015