Thornbladh Legal Group PLLC - Dearborn, MI

Half a Century of Dedicated Legal Advocacy in Dearborn

For more than five decades, Thornbladh Legal Group PLLC has delivered stalwart legal guidance to consumers, entrepreneurs, and working-class families across southeastern Michigan. Conveniently located in Schaefer Plaza at 7301 Schaefer Road, Suite 105 in East Dearborn, the practice is spearheaded by managing attorney Kurt Thornbladh. A graduate of the University of Michigan Law School and Ripon College, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, Kurt is a U.S. Army veteran of the 82nd Airborne Division with an exceptional record of advocacy before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. When you need a bankruptcy lawyer who possesses deep institutional knowledge and tireless commitment to justice, Thornbladh Legal Group PLLC offers unparalleled representation.

Comprehensive Consumer Bankruptcy and Debt Relief

Unforeseen medical expenses, job displacement, and escalating loan interest can leave honest individuals trapped in insurmountable debt. When families need to hire an attorney to stop the spiral of insolvency, Kurt Thornbladh offers clear, strategic counsel through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings. Practice areas include:

• Chapter 7 debt liquidation to wipe out burdensome credit card balances, medical debts, and personal signature loans.
• Chapter 13 debt reorganization plans that stop pending mortgage foreclosure sales and allow homeowners to cure loan arrears over time.
• Emergency bankruptcy petitions to prevent motor vehicle repossessions and eliminate vehicle loan deficiencies.
• Stopping wage garnishments, state tax levies, and aggressive collection actions via the federal automatic stay.

Business Bankruptcy, Reorganization, and Corporate Law

Commercial enterprises frequently encounter unexpected cash flow crises, contractual disputes, or unmanageable debt service. As an experienced contract lawyer and corporate counselor, Kurt Thornbladh advises small businesses and mid-sized enterprises facing commercial insolvency. Key corporate services include:

• Subchapter V small business reorganization under Chapter 11, enabling company owners to restructure liabilities while retaining operational control.
• Commercial contract negotiation, business debt restructuring, and vendor settlement workouts outside of formal court proceedings.
• Assertive business litigation representation involving breach of contract disputes, shareholder disagreements, and commercial creditor defenses.
• Administrative law advocacy and municipal disputes, including historical representation of citizens in public utility controversies.

Pro Bono Leadership and Public Interest Advocacy

Beyond traditional bankruptcy practice, Kurt Thornbladh has dedicated significant portions of his career to protecting vulnerable communities. Having served with Legal Services of Southeastern Michigan and represented residential plaintiffs in landmark civil litigation during the historic City of Detroit bankruptcy proceedings, Kurt brings genuine passion to defending the economic rights of everyday citizens. His extensive public interest service has earned him the Laddie Pro Bono Spirit Award from the Legal Aid and Defender Association and multiple commendations from the federal judiciary.

Accessible Community Counsel with Multilingual Capabilities

Operating in the heart of East Dearborn, Thornbladh Legal Group PLLC serves a diverse clientele with fluent Arabic and English communication. Whether you are an individual seeking emergency protection from a wage garnishment or an entrepreneur working to preserve a business, you will receive candid counsel, direct access to your attorney, and reasonable payment arrangements. Contact the Dearborn office today to schedule a consultation and take control of your financial future.