Michael M. Malinowski

Michael M. Malinowski

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 40 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

740 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 40 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1985

Active in Good Standing

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Location

Michael M. Malinowski PLC

740 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507-3531

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Michael M. Malinowski's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Emily | April 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Only attorney I would use!!!!

Malinowski Law, specifically Michael Malinowski, helped change my life! I came to them embarrassed, stressed and quite honestly broken. It’s not easy to admit and is still quite embarrassing but what they did for me is something that needs to be shared. They gave me hope. They gave me a stress free f...uture. They educated me so I don’t make the same mistakes in the future. I encourage anyone struggling, living pay check to pay check, and just can’t ever seem to get ahead in life, to call this Law Firm. Bankruptcy doesn’t mean you’re giving up, it means you’re stopping the suffering. There are many forms of bankruptcy. Again, I am not “proud” to admit that I filed. Nor have I really shared to many of the people closest to me for that simple fact it’s none of any ones’ business, but I felt it necessary to share. I wish I wouldn’t have spent so many years in shame. Anxious and worried if we will have enough money to feed the family, faking that happy face at work, restless and the list goes on. If that hits a cord for any one reading this- do yourself a favor and just call. Some people don’t even qualify. If you do, stop throwing money at the debt you’ll never pay off in your lifetime and save it towards your bankruptcy. I wish I would have stopped the bleeding years ago. And remember, there is a reason bankruptcy is a clause in the United States Constitution!!! I encourage you to call. One last mentionable comment- the amount of respect, empathy and passion these people have for their clients is beyond what you’d imagine! My confidence was restored. I’m no longer faking a smile because inside I’m flooded with stress - I’m living life again how God intended.

Posted by Rebecca | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing service!

I was in the hospital when I had to file bankruptcy. Mike was very understanding, helpful and easy to deal with. He went above and beyond to make sure that everything was taken care of. He was straightforward. He made communication easy, and set my mind at ease. Walked me through everything step by s...tep, and gave me options.

Michael Malinowski

Replied last April 1, 2021

Thanks, Rebecca. I am glad everything worked out well. I appreciate the recommendation

Posted by James | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney referral

I knew nothing until I contacted Mike. He made it very easy to file for bankruptcy, even though I wasn't sure I should. He put it in terms which I could understand. I was completely satisfied with the results. I would highly recommend him to anyone who would ask me.

Michael Malinowski

Replied last April 1, 2021

Thanks, James. I was happy to be of service. I appreciate your recommendation.

Posted by John-Marc | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredibly kind and professional

Mike was incredibly helpful during a time when the pandemic put a lot of financial hardship on my family. He made it as painless as possible to file for bankruptcy, and helped me stay informed every step of the way. I appreciated his knowledge and expertise. I would recommend him to anyone looking f...or help.

Michael Malinowski

Replied last April 1, 2021

Thanks, Jon- Marc. I always try to make the process as easy as possible. I appreciate the recommendation.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Attorney, Malinowski Law

1988 - 2001

Attorney, Dunn, Schouten and Snoap

1985 - 1988

Attorney, Clary, Nantz, Wood, Hoffius, Rankin, and Cooper

Associations

2020 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

2018 - Present

Debtor’s Bar Association of West Michigan

Board Member

2016 - Present

Upright Law, A National Bankruptcy Law Firm

Partner

1985 - Present

Federal Bar Association Bankruptcy Section

1985 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Education

N/A

University of Michigan

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Kalamazoo College

B. A. in Economics

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