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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I have to take the time to say ,Thank You, to everyone involved in my case. Firstly to Francesca, whom I met day one. She is very good at what she does. Very courteous, kind and understanding. I had no idea what I was in for, she made sure I understood everything!…
The team we worked with at Acclaim has been very helpful. They are very responsive and are always ready to help. There has been no disruption and my attorney is always very straight forward with his responses. My questions and concerns are always answered via…
I came into my Chapter 7 Bankruptcy with a lot of questions and a lot of misinformation. I was concerned if I was ever going to get out of the mess that had been created. My attorney quickly put me at ease and made the law very clear so I could easily understand…
Over the past few years I have been working with Cindy Millns for my case. She has been so easy to work with and helpful, that I cannot express enough gratitude for her professionalism and courtesy during my troubling times. She took the time to answer phone…