Michael John Sheridan

Michael John Sheridan

also known as Atlas Law Firm

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 17 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Anoka, MN
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt, Litigation

2006 First Ave., N., Suite 206, Anoka, MN

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 33%

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer. Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer.Both consumer and business bankruptcy. Free consultations.

18 years | 1,500 cases

33%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 33%

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer.

16 years | 500 cases

33%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 33%

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer. Both consumer and business bankruptcy.

18 years | 1,000 cases

33%
Litigation 1%

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act claims

16 years | 25 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-295 per hour

Contingency

33%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2008

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Atlas Law Firm

2006 First Ave., N., Suite 206, Anoka, MN, 55303

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Michael John Sheridan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

84 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 84 reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend Atlas Law Firm

Michael was great to work with. He was both very personable and professional. He helped navigate some very challenging hurdles in our case and was excellent in communicating with us, through phone, email and text messages. We would highly recommend Michael and Atlas Law Firm.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent from start to finish!

I highly recommend Michael Sheridan and his firm for any and all of your bankruptcy needs. I came to Mike after a poor experience with another attorney and right away he put me at ease and answered all of my questions. My particular case had a couple of complexities that Mike and his staff guided m...e through with complete professionalism and made me feel that my case was in excellent hands from the time we had our consultation up until and through when my case was filed. Filing for bankruptcy can be an incredibly stressful process but choosing Mike and Atlas Law Firm was the best decision I ever made and I can't thank Mike and his staff enough. I am excited to have received my discharge and be back on the road to rebuilding my credit.

Posted by Cindy | November 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Recommended highly

Michael and Bonnie Sheridan provided constant communications and always answered my questions on a timely basis. The process couldn't have been more smooth. I checked into other firms and only Michael at Atlas gave me so much information at the first meeting. Other firms were using yellow legal pads;... Michael had everything electronically to input my info and we shared all documents via Dropbox. His rate was the best, too. I've very glad I went with Michael's firm.

Posted by Susan | October 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

If You Have to Go Through Bankruptcy, Go Through it With Michael

Michael explained things well, responded to messages promptly, was organized, and demonstrated caring and integrity by spending as much time as needed to continue explaining and working on my behalf (including dealing with the confounding labyrinth of PHH Mortgage Services) despite working on a flat... fee. I appreciate the difference his help made. I don't ever want to file for bankruptcy again, but if I do, I'd want him for my attorney. I've recommended him to friends, and they also had positive experiences working with him.

Posted by Gloria | September 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent representation

Great job! Very professional, knowledgeable and understanding. I was very pleased with his work. I feel lucky that I found a good attorney.

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Michael John Sheridan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kyle Moen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael Sheridan and Atlas Law for anyone considering bankruptcy. Mr. Sheridan has worked with a number of my clients and referrals. He is intelligent, hard-working, and committed to educating clients about options for lifting the crushing weight of debt. He treats everyone with dignity and respect."

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Brannon Stephany

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is practical and level-headed. He has a commonsense approach to problems that is oriented towards quickly, efficiently, and correctly getting the job done. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth LaBore

Litigation lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sheridan is a very knowledgeable and well respected Minnesota attorney."

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Jeremy Knutson

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. My practice sometimes involves issues that might cross into Mr. Sheridan's practice areas. Mr. Sheridan has always quickly and effectively answered any bankruptcy questions I have asked, and I would trust Mr. Sheridan's abilities with any clients I would refer to him."

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Michael Haukaas

Litigation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had a few questions and Mike was prompt, efficient, and very helpful."

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Jennifer Urban

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a fantastic bankruptcy attorney and my go-to referral for potential clients needing bankruptcy advice. He is incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and experienced."

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Nicole Anderson

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Schleck

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is one of the most outstanding bankruptcy attorney's I have had the pleasure to work with. His commitment and service to his clients are unmatched."

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Jeremy Knutson

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Haukaas

Intellectual property lawyer

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Jennifer Urban

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Jeffrey O'Brien

Business lawyer

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Nicole Anderson

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Rickie Petry

Personal injury lawyer

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Daniel Schleck

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2007

First Place Client Counseling Competition Midwest Region, ABA

2007

Third Place Client Counseling Competition Nationals, ABA

2005

Dean's List, William Mitchell College of Law

1997

Dean's List, University of Minnesota

1997

Scholar's List, University of Minnesota

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Atlas Law Firm, LLC

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Mansfield, Tanick & Cohen P.A.

2010 - 2010

Attorney, Schleck & Associates, P.A.

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Hoglund, Chwialkowski, & Mrozik, P.L.L.C.

Associations

2010 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2008 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2014

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

SULLIVAN, TRUSTEE v. Singramdoo et al

Settled

SULLIVAN, TRUSTEE v. Singramdoo et al

Settled

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Education

2008

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

BA - Bachelor of Arts (magna cum laude)

Speaking Engagements

2013

Continuing Legal Education - MN Bankruptcy Basics - What Every Attorney Should Know

2012

Post-Mortem Debt Collection Audio Conference Post-Mortem Debt Collection

2011

Distressed Homeowners Seminar

Bankruptcy, Foreclosure & Short Sales

2010

Consumer Bankruptcy 101: Practice, Procedures, Petition and the Plan Chapter 13 preparation and completion

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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