About Michael
Michael Burr is a bankruptcy lawyer based in Milwaukee. He handles matters that are typically routed through the district’s bankruptcy court. He presents filings, prepares plans and appears in hearings in the Milwaukee area.
His career path centers on bankruptcy practice. He represents clients in both consumer and business matters. That work includes Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings for individuals and reorganization or liquidation matters for small businesses. He advises on the practical consequences of filing and on the interaction between state and federal processes.
He holds a current membership in a professional association and participates in the local legal community. That membership provides a connection to other practitioners and the courthouse calendar. He uses those ties to stay current on procedural developments and local court practices.
In day-to-day practice he prepares petitions, attends status conferences and negotiates with creditors and trustees. He handles the documentation that supports exemptions, proposed repayment plans and motions to extend or lift stay protections. He also responds to creditor claims and contesting issues that arise in the administration of a bankruptcy case.
Clients typically encounter a practical, detail-oriented approach. He lays out options, explains timelines and breaks down the immediate consequences of different courses of action. He also prepares the necessary pleadings and supporting affidavits so matters proceed through the docket without unnecessary delay.
Outside the courtroom he manages communications with trustees, other counsel and financial professionals involved in a case. That coordination often shapes the pace of a case and can affect whether a plan is confirmed or a matter is resolved without trial. He monitors filings and deadlines closely to protect client interests.
He maintains an office in Milwaukee where he meets with individuals and business owners to evaluate insolvency options. He continues to practice bankruptcy law in Milwaukee, handling consumer and business bankruptcy matters.