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Novi, MI
42705 Grand River, Suite 201
P: (248) 374-1800

Ann Arbor, MI
3300 Washtenaw Ave., Suite 240
P:(734) 451-1800

Livonia
39111 Six Mile Road
P: (734) 451-1800

Plymouth, MI
342 S. Harvey
P:(734) 451-1800

Contact: shaw@eshawlaw.com

Bankruptcy Process in Michigan

You Are Not Alone in Your Financial Worries

Bankruptcy Process in Michigan Families all over the country are experiencing tough economic times. But Michigan has been hit especially hard. Job loss is one of the most common factors that drive people to bankruptcy. Here, too, Michigan is one of the nation's "leaders."

We Are Here to Help You and Your Family Through Tough Times At The Shaw Group, P.C., we are proud to act as legal advisors for families in a financial crisis. Even though we have filed many successful consumer bankruptcy cases, we understand that each client presents a unique set of circumstances and special needs which require individualized attention. We strive to provide a high degree of service and personal care to each of our clients. Our philosophy is simple: provide competent and high quality bankruptcy services at a reasonable fee. In fact, our flat rate services for bankruptcies are typically much lower than other Michigan bankruptcy law firms.

Our Michigan law firm has offices in Livonia, Novi, Ann Arbor, and Plymouth.

The Most Common Debt Solutions for People Facing Major Financial Trouble

Bankruptcy is the most common choice of action for people trying to deal with unmanageable debt. There are two forms of bankruptcy, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. The different types of bankruptcy petitions have different qualifying tests and result in different types of debt relief. An experienced attorney can analyze your financial circumstances and help you figure out if bankruptcy is the best option for you. We will also give you detailed information about life after bankruptcy, so that you can make your decision with all the knowledge you need.

Many people come to our office for guidance before or during the home foreclosure process. We offer well-rounded advice about options to deal with home foreclosure, including home foreclosure defense services designed to help you keep your home.
Other alternatives to bankruptcy include negotiating with your lender for a short sale of your home or for a modification of your home loan. We can advise you on the pros and cons of each possibility.

Don't Ignore the Problems ...Don't Trust Just Anyone With Your Financial Future

Our law practice is led by attorney Edward Shaw, who has more than 20 years of experience with bankruptcy law. Mr. Shaw is skilled in all areas of bankruptcy and debt relief, including short sales and foreclosure defense.

Get Help Now - Call Us Today

We offer all new clients a free and confidential consultation at which you can discuss your specific financial problems with Mr. Shaw and receive legal advice on various options open to you. We are a debt relief agency.

We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

Click on the following links for more detailed information.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Life After Bankruptcy
Stopping Home Foreclosure
Short Sales
Mortgage Modifications
Michigan Bankruptcy Process

The Shaw Group, P.C., represents clients in Divorce, bankruptcy and estate planning, throughout Southeastern Michigan, including the communities of Novi, Detroit, Southfield, Livonia, Brighton, Wixom, Warren, Farmington Hills, Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Canton, Plymouth, Westland, Walled Lake, Commerce, Northville, South Lyon, Dearborn, Wayne County, Oakland County, Genesee, County, Washtenaw County and Livingston County.

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