Lansing Bankruptcy Attorney Profiles
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Lansing Michigan Bankruptcy Attorney Profiles
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Lansing Bankruptcy Attorney Profiles
STEPHEN J. BEARD
Managing Attorney — Lansing & Flint Offices
517.210.9431 | Stephen@AcclaimLegalServices.com
Stephen leads our Lansing and Flint offices, where he focuses on helping clients feel calm and in control, even in the face of foreclosure, lawsuits, or garnishment. He regularly guides Michigan residents through Chapter 7 fresh start programs (link to: https://acclaimlegalservices.com/bankruptcy/chapter-7/) and Chapter 13 reorganization plans, creating repayment strategies that protect assets and restore stability. He is also an active member of the American Bankruptcy Institute and NACBA.
“Acclaim Legal Services has been great to work with for my bankruptcy. It was a difficult choice for me to make in the first place and they have made everything run so smoothly. Stephen was great, he was the first person I met with that went over the process with me and what I should expect. Giovanna she is on the ball not missing any important details to my case. Briget was at my hearing and it ran smoothly and was complete in less than 10 minutes. I’m so happy that I chose a knowledgeable staff and they made my level of stress I was carrying, go down a few notches. All of you have been outstanding in your service to me. Thank you so much!” — Michele

MICHAEL T. BROWN
Managing Attorney — Warren Office
248.443.7033 ext. 226 | Michael@AcclaimLegalServices.com
Michael is widely respected in Michigan’s bankruptcy courts, having successfully argued multiple precedent-setting cases before federal judges. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Consumer Bankruptcy Association and frequently speaks on bankruptcy exemptions, lien stripping, and plan confirmation issues. Clients appreciate his thoroughness, attention to detail, and approachable style.
“As someone who found speaking to an attorney to be daunting and intimidating, Michael blew us away with his welcoming demeanor for any and all questions. I applaud him for being honest and thorough and straightforward with all the information given. He’s truly an incredible asset to this firm. I can’t thank him enough for everything he’s done.” — Elizabeth Kroening

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Dear Julie, Thank you for the follow-up on our home foreclosure situation. We managed to borrow the money for our relatives to pay the reinstatement fee. Although it was very embarrassing, we felt it was the best course of action. I would like to thank you for all your help. We did talk to a couple…
Thank you so much for your help through the Chapter 13 process. It has been a tough 5 years for our family with both of us losing our jobs nearly at the same time, dealing with unemployment and bankruptcy…so glad to be at the end of this journey and getting back to normal. This entire process was…
I along with my husband would like to thank our attorney and Acclaim Legal Services for their outstanding service during our Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Stacy was able to push our home modification through smoothly and rapidly after failed attempts by my husband and me to work with our mortgage company…
Prior to filing a Chapter 13 Reorganization, one of my biggest concerns was “how will this affect my credit?” After talking with one of the attorneys at Acclaim Legal Services, they showed me that a Chapter 13 would allow me to consolidate my bills based on my…
