Gabriel S Sanchez

Gabriel S Sanchez

4.6
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 18 years

Consumer protection Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Consumer Protection, Debt Collection, Lemon Law ... +2 more

2401 Camelot Ct, Suite M, Grand Rapids, MI

About Gabriel

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Consumer Protection 30%

I provide a broad range of consumer-protection services, including debtor defense for medical, consumer, and student loan debt and handling counterclaims against businesses and debt collectors that violate state and federal consumer protection laws.

30%
Debt Collection 30%

I exclusively help protect consumers being pursued by creditors/debt collection agencies and attorneys, including providing protection against post-judgment actions such as wage garnishments and liens.

30%
Lemon Law 20%

I represent consumers who have been mistreated by new and used automotive dealers and mechanics to ensure that they receive the repairs and monetary compensation due to them.

20%
Credit Repair 10%

I aid clients in repairing their credit while helping them determine whether they have been victimized by unfair credit reporting.

10%
Landlord or Tenant 10%

I exclusively assist tenants being exploited by their landlords, including defending against eviction and unfair collection/charging practices.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 18 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2007

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Clipeus Law, PLLC

2401 Camelot Ct, Suite M, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

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Gabriel S Sanchez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

No communication at all.

Gabriel Sanchez took my case, it's been over a year and I haven't heard anything from him, no letter or email. I continue to have to call the office which every time I call they ask for my name and when I give it to them no one is available to speak with me. I continue to get the run around and I don...'t know what's going on with my case, in the beginning I was told the money was being refunded, then it was they had to go to court now it's no communication for over a year, I suggest going else where so u don't have to deal with this type of headache and stress.

Posted by Colin | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Gabriel S Sanchez AKA Jedi Master!!

Wow, all I can say is wow. Gabriel and his team are all very good at what they do! I had a debt collection issue that he made flat out disappear. It started with a guy in a bullet proof vest delivering a letter to appear in court. I was scared to say the least. I searched, found, and called Gabriel. ...He calmed me down, and explained that these are all scared tactics and that he was on the case. I sat back and went on with my life while he got the case fully dismissed. Like I said, Jedi Master! He is very affordable, doesn't judge you at all, and is always there with answers to your questions. Thanks again to Gabriel, and his team.

Posted by Alireza | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Wrong debt on credit report

Gabe helped me to remove a wrong debt, which was reported by a debt collector, from my credit report. I became aware of this debt report after moving from another state to Michigan where I had run into problem renting a place after my move. During the stressful process, he provided me with a letter... to the management of the apartment where I am currently living in and expalined thoroughly the situation. He was very honest from the beginning about the time that it might take to get the case resolved. In the process, he was available and answered all my questions almost immediately. Thankfully, the wrong collection report is now gone from my credit report.

Posted by Andrew | June 28, 2018 | Probate

Clear, precise consultation from Mr. Sanchez on Liability issue

I'm the executor of my parent's estate, and taking care of their house sale from another state. I was concerned about the vacancy of the house, especially since there's a swimming pool, and several people had access to the property. I contacted Mr. Sanchez with concerns about my exposure to liabili...ty in regards to the property. He quickly explained the legal basis, translated that into a plan of action, then made sure I understood what should be done - all in a manner that I could easily follow, and within a few minutes. He had an immediate grasp on what was (to me) a complex matter, and conveyed that advice with clarity. On another occasion, he reviewed a proposal for ongoing services that I had written for a customer. After the work was mostly completed, my client stopped returning calls. I was concerned that I could still be liable to provide the services, since I had been partially paid - a gray area of what the services were worth individually vs. in whole. He reviewed the proposal, and instructed me on a response to give to the client which clarified my amateur proposal, and allowed me to terminate the relationship cleanly. On both of these occasions, the advice that he gave was quick, yet thoughtful and clear, giving me the confidence that he had an excellent grasp on the two different areas of practice.

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Gabriel S Sanchez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Mysliwiec

Consumer protection lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gabe is a great guy and passionate about protecting the rights of his clients. He's both a skilled writer and fierce advocate. I've worked with Mr. Sanchez in the past and have enjoyed his sense of humor. Gabe is not afraid of confrontation. He is empathetic and passionate about helping others."

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Ryan Felber

Unknown lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Gabe Sanchez as a competent, professional attorney and counselor. He is highly-skilled in several areas of the law, including aviation, commercial and business, and consumer protection. In addition to his skill sets on the substantive law, he is also an exceptional legal writer who uses research and innovative analysis to help win cases for his clients. He thrives in hotly-contested litigation by maintaining strength and intense advocacy on behalf of his clients while also being able to effectively negotiate with opposing counsel. Finally, he is professional, courteous, and punctual in his day-to-day interactions with clients, judges, opposing counsel, and court staff. I highly recommend Gabe Sanchez as an attorney and counselor."

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Kristen Wolfram

Consumer protection lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gabriel is a talented and dedicated attorney who is passionate about defending clients when large corporations try to prey on them in the client's state of vulnerability. Clients will find Gabriel compassionate and non-judgmental, and he will formulate a practical and offensive strategy for their cases. He will also be straightforward with clients about their claims so that they can feel empowered throughout the process, but can rely on the fact that he has thoroughly and competently examined every issue and facet in their case. Clients will appreciate his enthusiasm for this practice area, which comes from his genuine desire to change this area of the law in the consumer's favor."

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Thomas Mysliwiec

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Kristen Wolfram

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top Contributor, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, The Maul Law Group, PLLC

2007 - 2017

Attorney, Gabriel Sanchez Law

2007 - 2014

Faculty Fellow, DePaul University College of Law

Associations

2021 - Present

Michigan State Bar Consumer Law Section

Executive Council Member

2018 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People of the State of Michigan v Terra Lee Haveman

Appeal granted for Haveman

People of the State of Michigan v Lucas Amos-John Vanalstine

Not guilty on all charges

Amanda Crow v LaValley Chevrolet-Buick-GMC, Inc

Monetary damages awarded to plaintiff

JH Portfolio Debt Equities, LLC v Tara L Pulling

Case dismissed with prejudice

Midland Funding, LLC v Emily Sullivan

Garnishment withdrawn and judgment dismissed

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Education

2007

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Grand Valley State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2009

American Bar Association, Forum on Air and Space Law

Airport Regulation

2008

Continuing Legal Education

Passenger Rights in the European Union

Publications

2012

Harvard Environmental Law Review Toward an International Aviation Emissions Agreement

2011

Boston University International Law Journal Restoring Global Aviation's "Cosmopolitan Mentalite"

2011

Georgetown Journal of International Law The Emerging Lex Aviatica

2011

Issues in Aviation Law and Policy Do We Need a New Chicago Convention?

2009

Handbook of Transnational Economic Governance Regimes International Air Transport Association

2009

Issues in Aviation Law and Policy Toward Comprehensive Slot Rule Reform in the EU

Languages

English

Activity

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