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Michael has helped hundreds of families facing collections, lawsuits, garnishment, and auto repossessions. His clients frequently comment on his down-to-earth personable style. His driving passion is streamlining the bankruptcy process and providing outstanding customer service so that his clients are constantly informed, supported, and ecstatic about how smoothly their bankruptcy filing goes.
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3040 Commercial St SE., Suite 120, Salem, OR, 97302
57 Client Reviews
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Posted by Teresa | August 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy
He helped me do a emergency bankruptcy and was very helpful to me. Highly recommended. He is awesome
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2018 | Foreclosure
Put my mind at ease.
I consulted with Michael Shurteff about my home that was in foreclosure. He was extremely knowledgeable, and gave me the advice to help me move forward and feel confident that I was making the right decision. He explained different options and the impact of each. He also put my mind to rest, with ...
Thank you! Glad to help. I wish you the very best going forward.
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Foreclosure
Michael handled my foreclosure, starting with a free 1 hour consultation. I paid him a minimal fee, less than $500 to answer the charges from the lender, which enabled me to stay in my house, without payment for almost 3 years.
Thank you!
Posted by James and Susan broyles | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly recommended
Mr Michael shurtleff and his paralegal Cindy did a awesome job helping my husband I file are first bankruptcy it was scary but they answered any question and told us what to expect would highly recommend.
Posted by Elena | November 17, 2017 | Foreclosure
a foreclosure guru
Mr. Shurtleff helped me at different stages of a protracted foreclosure. Answered all questions immediately. Went the extra mile at the final stage. I would highly recommend him to anyone who seeks help in his area of expertise.
Thank you Elena!
"I endorse this lawyer. Why? If you read answers to questions by persons on AVVO and compare the answers you will notice Michael takes the time to carefully and fully (and accurately) explain the answer to the questions when possible. Click on answers of his here on AVVO and you will see what I mean. Having practiced myself 29 years and filed over 5,400 bankruptcy petitions I appreciate newer attorneys (but he has substantial experience already) who take the time to give your information that you sought. After all, is that not why you asked? So go to an attorney who you will receive such quality representation by. Great job to Michael too! Sincerely, Richard D. Granvold in nearby Washington State!"
"Michael is a hardworking lawyer--often the first one in the office, and the last one to leave. He pursues his client's issues passionately and with diligence."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is sharp and hardworking. His knowledge of foreclosure defense is broad and deep. I highly recommend Michael."
"I highly recommend Mr. Shurtleff for matters involving foreclosure, especially foreclosure defense. Mr. Shurtleff is meticulous and vigilant in his efforts to keep up to date on all issues related to the foreclosure industry and remains on the cutting edge of the law surrounding this industry. He is as competent as any attorney you will find when it comes to matters related to foreclosure defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. I supervised him while he was in law school and have had consistent contact with him about his work since. He is a talented and conscientious litigator. In my experience he cares deeply about getting the best results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer and recommend him to anyone. Conscientious, courteous and competent. Craig McMillin"
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2014 - Present
Owner, Salem Law LLC
2012 - Present
Partner, Mills Jacobson Halliday PC
2009 - 2012
Attorney, Mills Jacobson Halliday PC
2011 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor Section
2009 - Present
Oregon State Bar
2009 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
Stopped foreclosure and completed short sale
Foreclosure was halted for over a year and eventually reached a cash settlement.
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Recovering Surplus Funds After Judicial Foreclosures
2014
2013
Judicial Foreclosure For Realtors
2012
Facilitating Short Sales in the Nonjudicial Foreclosure Context
2012
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2012
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