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Walter A. Metzen
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Walter A. Metzen

5.0
253 reviews

645 Griswold Street, Suite 3156, Detroit, MI 48226

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Foreclosure and 2 more

About Walter A. Metzen

For over 28 years, Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyer Walter A. Metzen has represented thousands of consumers needing a fresh financial start. All bankruptcy attorneys at our office pride ourselves in giving personal attention to our clients. Our bankruptcy law firm primarily represents individuals and small businesses, not large corporations. We believe that bankruptcy is an honest solution to debt problems and offer free initial consultations to determine if we can help you.

Walter received his law degree in 1991 from the University of Detroit and his undergraduate B.S. degree in 1987 from Michigan State University. He is licensed to practice in the State of Michigan and before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, as well as the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern and Western District of Michigan. Attorney Metzen is a member of the Michigan Bar, the American Bar Association, the Consumer Bankruptcy Association, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Inc., the American Bankruptcy Institute, and the Debtor’s Bar Association of Detroit Michigan. Mr. Metzen has been a Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy since 2005 and was recently recognized as a Michigan Super Lawyer in Consumer Bankruptcy.

Awards

• Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy, 2005 American Board of Certification

• American Jurisprudence Award for Civil Procedure

• American Jurisprudence Award for Torts

• Dean’s Scholarship for Academic Excellence

• State of Michigan Competitive Scholarship

• Honor Roll all terms of attendance in Law School

• 2012 to 2020 Michigan Super Lawyer in Consumer Bankruptcy

• Avvo Client Choice Award 2015-2020

Professional Memberships and Associations

• State of Michigan Bar Association

• US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan Federal Bar

• Consumer Bankruptcy Association

• National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

• American Bankruptcy Institute

• Contributing Speaker, Consumer Bankruptcy Association & The Institute of Continuing Legal Educations Consumer Bankruptcy Institute’s 2nd Annual Consumer Bankruptcy Institute: Updates, Strategies and Judicial Insights, April 1, 2011, The Inn at St. John’s Plymouth, Michigan: Ethics in Bankruptcy Practice: Avoiding Conflicts, Problems and Malpractice

 

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Walter A. Metzen got this award in 2021

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Walter A. Metzen got this award in 2021

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Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by anonymous
October 08, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Walter is highly recommended. He is not only my lawyer, but also like extended family. He is professionalism very knowledgeable. As difficult as your situation is he provides a sense of comfort and relief. He is thorough and precise. I promise you will not have any regrets selecting Walter.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by Michelle
October 06, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

He’s truly exceptional. I found myself in a situation that had become too overwhelming to handle. Though I felt ashamed and embarrassed that it had reached that point, it was beyond my control. He approached everything with professionalism, compassion, and expertise. His fees are transparent and reasonable.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by anonymous
September 23, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

The best when it came to helping get a fresh start. Worked with me in setting my case up. I just received my discharged and I’m happy that it’s all over. Walter was great to work with. Would recommend to anyone.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by anonymous
June 12, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Very professional. I had no issues at all. Everything went smoothly. From the start to finish. I knew what was going on and he explained answers that I had. I would highly recommend as I have to a couple friends already.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by Peter
May 22, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Made the entire process as easy as could be. I barely did anything and before I knew it I had my discharge. I’m truly grateful and will only recommend Walter Metzen to anybody that needs a bankruptcy attorney. Thank you again.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by Megan
May 06, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Working with Walter was very easy and he explained everything every step of the way. He was very helpful and I highly recommend him! He always returned my emails and calls in a timely manner. He answered all my questions, and if there was something I did didn’t understand he made sure to explain it fully.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by Raven
March 29, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Working with Walter was great. He is certainly professional and very responsive.. I would definitely recommend him to anyone I feel like I got my money worth definitely. He was very affordable too. I only had to make two trips to his office and the rest was histi

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by Steve
March 14, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

I highly recommend Walt! My case was complicated and he patiently walked me through every step and took the time to answer all of my questions. I talked to a lot of different lawyers and I am happy I hired Walt!

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by Michael
January 21, 2025
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Walter Metzen was very professional. I truly appreciated everything he did for me! He was very organized, excellent at explaining the process, and most of all very responsive in getting back to me if I had questions or concerns. Lastly, he was very assuring. This process was nerve racking but Walter made it seem less daunting.

Bankruptcy Chapter 7
Posted by anonymous
September 26, 2024
Hired Attorney Walter A. Metzen

Mr. Metzen was fantastic to work with. He walked us through the process step by step, and answered all of questions in an easy to understand way. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to file for bankruptcy.

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Services

Areas of Law

  • Bankruptcy 1
    • Consumer Bankruptcy
  • Other 3
    • Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
    • Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
    • Foreclosure

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
    German
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other - Cash
    money order
    Debit Cards
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    Law Offices of Walter Metzen & Associates
  • Additional Links
    https://www.detroitbankruptcylawyer.com http://www.detroitbankruptcylawyer.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1994, Michigan
    U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
    Memberships
    State Bar of Michigan
    Consumer Bankruptcy Association
    National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
    American Bankruptcy Institute.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Detroit School of Law
    Class of 1991
    J.D.
    3.7 GPA, Class Rank: 1st in Class; Dean’s Scholarship for Academic Excellence for all terms; Michigan Jurisprudence Award (Book awards-Torts, Civil Procedure, Insurance Law)
    Other Education
    Michigan State University
    Class of 1987
    B.S.
    Criminalistics and Forensic Science; Michigan Higher Education Award for Academic Excellence
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy, 2005 American Board of Certification

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Attorney at Law Offices of Walter Metzen & Associates
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Penobscot Building, 645 Griswold Street, Suite 3156Detroit, MI 48226U.S.A.

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    Walter A. Metzen was admitted in 1994 to the State of Michigan.
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    Walter A. Metzen is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
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    Walter A. Metzen speaks German.
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    Walter A. Metzen attended University of Detroit School of Law.

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