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Michael D. O'Brien is the Managing Partner of Michael D. O'Brien & Associates PC - an insolvency boutique law firm emphasising legal solutions to debt problems. Although born in Seattle, Mike has been an Oregon native since he was 3 months old. He is a graduate of Wilson High School and the University of Oregon where he earned a Bachelors of Science Degree with a major in History. After graduating from the University of Oregon, Mike attended the University of Wisconsin Law School and completed his studies to earn the Doctor of Law degree in December 1994. Mike was admitted to practice law in Oregon in April of 1995. He was admitted in Wisconsin in May of 1995, and licensed in Washington in September 1997.
Mike's practice focuses on bankruptcy for small business owners and complex chapter 7 and 13 cases. Mike also represents individuals and small business owners in chapter 11 reorganization proceedings. In 2007, Mike received Board Certification as a Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist by the American Board of Certification. He is a frequent speaker on Debtor Creditor issues and an active member of the Oregon State Bar Debtor/Creditor section.
Mike is married to his darling wife Cheri, and they have four children - Kyle, Toran, Maguire and Jocelyn. Now a grandfather of two, as the kids get older Mike and Cheri are traveling more and camping at music festivals or stargazing. See you out under the stars!
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31 years | 5,000 cases
31 years | 250 cases
31 years | 250 cases
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Acquired: 1995
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Acquired: 1997
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Acquired: 1995
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12909 SW 68th Parkway, Suite 160, Portland, OR, 97223
45 NW Park Place, Bend, OR, 97701
8800 SE Sunnyside Rd. Suite 114-S, Clackamas, OR, 97015
17 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Debt Collection
Posted by Tom | February 12, 2015 | Debt Collection
Thankful I chose to work with Michael
When the economy tanked in 2008, so did my business and it left me with a lot of personal financial debt that eventually led me to have to file for bankruptcy. Working with Michael, I was able to file for Chapter 7 and eliminate my debt. I simply could not be more happy with the level of professional...
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is smart, knowledgeable, and able to gear the available solutions to the situation a debtor is in. I recommend setting up a consultation and getting his opinion before making any major decisions regarding debt or financial situations."
"Mike is a fantastic attorney who routinely handles very complex bankruptcy cases. You could not go wrong hiring Mike as your attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked closely with him in the past and look forward to doing so again when the opportunity arises. His attention to detail and his knowledge of the law in his field are very impressive. I refer my own clients to him whenever its appropriate."
"I endorse this lawyer's work without reservation. I have known and worked with Michael O'Brien for over 15 years and throughout he has always been extremely professional and knowledgeable in his area of practice. Over the years I have refererd numerous clients to him and I have yet to hear anything but positive comments from my clients."
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2020
Pro Bono Award, OSB Debtor-Creditor Section
2019
Pro Bono Award, OSB Debtor-Creditor Section
2018
Pro Bono Award, OSB Debtor-Creditor Section
2017
Pro Bono Award, OSB Debtor-Creditor Section
2016
Pro Bono Award, OSB Debtor-Creditor Section
2015
Pro Bono Award, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
2014
Pro Bono Award, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
2014
Top 10 Attorney Award - Bankruptcy Law, National Academy for Bankruptcy Attorneys
2014
Top 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Bankruptcy Attorneys
2013
Pro Bono Award, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
2012
Board Certification as Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney, American Board of Certification
2012
Pro Bono Award, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
2011
Pro Bono Award, Debtor Creditor Section - Oregon State Bar
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Michael D. O'Brien & Associates PC
2000 - 2014
Managing Partner, Oliveros & O'Brien, P.C.
2002 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2002 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor SectionMember
Huge win for owners of "underwater" property with HOA dues
$450,000 debt discharged, $3500 monthly cash flow saved
Chapter 7 No Asset Discharge
Success Discharge
Successful Discharge of Tax Debt
Liquidating Plan in Chapter 11
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BS - Bachelor of Science
2012
Short Sales in Real Estate
2012
2011
Foreclosure Defense and MERS Issues
2011
Families in Transition - Bankruptcy and Family Law impact on Real Estate
2009
Chapter 11 Practical Considerations
2008
Intersection of Family Law and Bankruptcy
2016
2015
2014
Legal Answers
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Can CashCo start garnishing wages on a debt from 2013?
12 Jun 2021
How can a creditor charge $31,000 in interest over a six year period, and raise that number from $28,000 just a few months ago?
29 May 2021
Credit card debt in my name only was awarded to the other party in divorce. How are they supposed to pay it?
22 May 2021