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James R. Oppenhuizen

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  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Licensed for 14 years
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James R. Oppenhuizen is an experienced business and insolvency attorney in Grand Rapids.  The Oppenhuizen Law Firm, PLC is business focused and results driven.  Mr. Oppenhuizen believes that entrepreneurs and business people are the catalysts for economic growth, build and sustain stable communities, and provide opportunity to huge numbers of people.  Business people who pursue long term profits through providing needed and beneficial services to their communities are the backbone of any community.  Mr. Oppenhuizen is dedicated to helping those business people thrive, through building long lasting relationships directed toward growth and profit.

 

Mr. Oppenhuizen also has a strong background in insolvency and restructuring matters.  Such experience can provide a springboard to success for a business that has experienced missteps, but has learned and is ready to enter the road to success.  Creativity is the most important skill a bankruptcy attorney must have to be successful.  The same is true in business, and Mr. Oppenhuizen will put his creativity to work for your business in dealing with any issue that arises.

Practice areas

OtherChapter 13 bankruptcyInternational lawChapter 11 bankruptcyCorporate and incorporation
  1. Corporate and incorporation: 35%

    11 years

  2. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: 25%

    11 years

  3. International law: 25%

    6 years

  4. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: 5%

    13 years

  1. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 5%

    13 years

  2. Debt and lending agreements: 5%

    13 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

25 Division Avenue S., Suite 525
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Oppenhuizen Law Firm, PLC

25 Division Avenue S., Suite 525
Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MIActive And In Good Standing200510/31/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2017
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
Rising StarMichigan Super Lawyers2013
Super Lawyer - Rising StarSuper Lawyers2012
Super Lawyer - Rising StarMichigan Super Lawyers2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing PartnerOppenhuizen Law Firm, PLC2015 - Present
AttorneyKeller & Almassian, PLC2005 - 2015
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
State Bar of MichiganN/A2005 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember2005 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationNominating Committee Member2012 - 2012
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionChair2011 - 2012
Calvin College Alumni Association, Grand Rapids ChapterBoard Member2007 - 2010
Valparaiso University Law ReviewAssociate Editor2003 - 2005
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Valparaiso University School of LawJD, Cum Laude2005
Calvin CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2000
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Ask the LawyerChapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy2015
FBA Bankruptcy ConferenceTreatment of Claims in Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 Bankruptcies2014
Bankruptcy BootcampResponding to the United States Trustee2014
Ask the LawyerBankruptcy Chapter 7 and Chapter 132014
United States Trustee Bankruptcy BootcampBankruptcy Intakes2013
Debtors Bar of West Michigan 2013 SeminarNon-Dischargeability and the Michigan Building Contract Fund Act2013
Ask the LawyerBankruptcy Chapter 7 & 132013
Grand Rapids Bar Association Ask the LawyerBankruptcy2012
U.S. Trustee's Best Practices SeminarDivorce and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy2011
Federal Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section Western District of Michigan SeminarEthics and Adversary Proceedings2009

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William Failey, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 10, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Howard Van Den Heuvel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Ethical and principled lawyer who was thorough in his preparation.

Timothy Alles, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have referred several of my clients to Jim; and I will continue to do so. He has delivered as promised every time. His knowledge is superior and he provides my clients with the advice they need when navigating difficult situations.

Gerald Lykins, Criminal defense Attorney on May 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Jim extremely capable and knowledgeable as an attorney practicing in the area of Bankruptcy. I would highly recommend his talents if you are facing the tough decisions surrounding bankruptcy.

Matthew Doherty, Real estate Attorney on Feb 11, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Jim and I have worked together on several cases. He is an aggressive advocate and knowledgeable attorney. I highly recommend this attorney.

Angela Kinley, Child support Attorney on Feb 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have had the opportunity to work with James on several cases and have referred clients to him. My clients have all reported back that they were very pleased with James and his professionalism and experience. I highly recommend this attorney.

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  • Hourly Rates$300-$500/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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