Michael S. McElwee

Michael S. McElwee

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Litigation - Bankruptcy
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2010

About Michael

Mike has a multi-state practice focused on debt restructuring and complex commercial litigation. Mike serves many businesses, but specializes in automotive, agriculture and telecommunications. Mike also regularly represents health care research facilities, ambulance agencies, and other health care clients. Mike represents the Roman Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids. Mike served as a law clerk to the late Honorable David E. Nims, a United States Bankruptcy Judge. In the 1980s, Mike was an FBI agent working in foreign counter-intelligence.

Mike has a multi-state practice focused on debt restructuring and complex commercial litigation. Mike serves many businesses, but specializes in automotive, agriculture and telecommunications. Mike also regularly represents health care research facilities, ambulance agencies, and other health care clients. Mike represents the Roman Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids. Mike served as a law clerk to the late Honorable David E. Nims, a United States Bankruptcy Judge. In the 1980s, Mike was an FBI agent working in foreign counter-intelligence.

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Reviews

4.4 / 5

36 Reviews

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Wendell Casper

Jan 29, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Michael S. McElwee in Grand Rapids - they are amazing

Michael S. McElwee is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Michigan and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're take...

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Patricia Schamberger-Lueilwitz

Jan 29, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of Michael S. McElwee and staff

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Michigan, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Michael S. McElwee is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They r...

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Michael Legros

Jan 29, 2026

Outstanding experience with Michael S. McElwee in Grand Rapids - truly the best legal team

Short and sweet: Michael S. McElwee is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. If you're in Grand Rapids and ne...

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Guillermo Schmitt

Jan 29, 2026

Would recommend Michael S. McElwee for sure to anyone in Grand Rapids needing legal help

Michael S. McElwee has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my leg...

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Nicole Okuneva

Jan 29, 2026

Michael S. McElwee did a great job handling my complex Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law case from start to finish

I've worked with a few lawyers in Grand Rapids over the years, but Michael S. McElwee stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times....