How to File Bankruptcy in Michigan – Step 3

Free Bankruptcy Advice

Based on your income and situation, you may also be eligible for free or reduced legal assistance.

Michigan Personal Bankruptcy Attorneys

To find bankruptcy attorneys in your area, you may want to contact your local county bar association or the State Bar of Michigan:

State Bar of Michigan
Michael Franck Building
306 Townsend Street
Lansing, Michigan 48933-2012
(517) 346-6300
Toll Free (800) 968-1442

Based on income, free bankruptcy advice and representation may also be obtained from the following organizations: See the State Bar of Michigan Legal Aid page for a list of organizations that provide legal services to low income clients in Michigan.

If you are concerned about the representation provided to you by a Michigan bankruptcy attorney, contact the Attorney Grievance Commission for the State of Michigan.

Resources for Michigan Bankruptcy Laws

U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan - administrative and procedural information for Eastern District of Michigan bankruptcy filings

U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan - administrative and procedural information for Western District of Michigan bankruptcy filings

Office of the U.S. Trustee for Region 9 - oversees the administration of Michigan personal bankruptcy cases and case trustees

State Bar of Michigan - information about the Michigan bar, membership, ethics, continuing legal education, and resources for the public.

Bankruptcy Information you will need to Collect:

Bankruptcy Information – Assets

  • One month of pay stubs for you and your spouse (even if your spouse is not filing)
  • Your tax returns for the past two years
  • Most recent statements for any bank accounts
  • Most recent statements for any investment accounts
  • Information regarding the value of any other investments, such as stocks and savings bonds
  • Information regarding the cash value and beneficiaries of any life insurance policies
  • Information regarding your house, including recent appraisals and a copy of the deed showing how you hold title
  • Information regarding vehicles, including make, model and mileage
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While the information presented is accurate as of the date of publication, it should not be cited or relied upon as legal authority. It should not be used as a substitute for reference to the United States Bankruptcy Code (title 11, United States Code) and the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, both of which may be reviewed at local law libraries, or to local rules of practice adopted by each bankruptcy court. Finally, this publication should not substitute for the advice of competent legal counsel.