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Browse bankruptcy lawyers serving East Lansing, Michigan. Contact information and addresses listed below.
8 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
East Lansing, MI
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Showing 8 bankruptcy lawyers in East Lansing, MI
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CleanSlate Michigan, a Michigan-based Bankruptcy Law Firm
1427 W Saginaw St #200, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 853-3543 cleanslatemichigan.com
The Leydorf Law Firm, PLLC
321 W Lake Lansing Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 996-1870 yourestateplanninglawyer.com
Dietrich & Kenyon, PLLC
1427 W Saginaw St #200, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 374-8000 dietrichkenyon.com
Acclaim Legal Services
1760 Abbey Rd Suite 209, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 210-9431 acclaimlegalservices.com
Oade Stroud & Kleiman PC
200 Woodland Pass D, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 351-3550 osklaw.com
Foster and Harmon P.C.
139 W Lake Lansing Rd Unit 210, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 337-4600 rymap.org
Law Office of Ina R. O'Briant
200 Woodland Pass suite e, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 204-9195
Zawacki Ronald A. Attorney
830 W Lake Lansing Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 324-3743 zawackilawmi.com
Filing for bankruptcy in East Lansing Michigan can help individuals and businesses eliminate debt or reorganize finances. Michigan law allows filers to use state exemptions or federal exemptions to protect property. A local bankruptcy lawyer can guide you through the process and represent you in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in East Lansing Cost?
The cost of hiring a bankruptcy lawyer in Michigan typically ranges from $1,200 to $3,500 for a Chapter 7 case and $3,000 to $6,000 for a Chapter 13 case. Court filing fees are separate and are about $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. Costs vary based on case complexity and the attorney. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bankruptcy can I file in East Lansing Michigan?
Individuals typically file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Chapter 7 liquidates non-exempt assets to pay creditors. Chapter 13 creates a 3 to 5 year repayment plan. Businesses may file Chapter 11 for reorganization.
What property can I keep if I file bankruptcy in Michigan?
Michigan allows you to keep up to $36,000 in home equity under the homestead exemption. You can also keep one vehicle worth up to $3,675 and personal property up to $11,850. These amounts are for 2023 and may change.
How long does a bankruptcy stay on my credit report in Michigan?
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years from the filing date. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy stays for 7 years. The bankruptcy court does not remove the record early.
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