Michael D. O'Brien & Associates, P.C. - Portland, OR

Nationally Certified Bankruptcy Protection

Michael D. O'Brien & Associates, P.C. is a premier bankruptcy and asset protection firm serving the Portland metropolitan area. Led by managing partner Michael D. O'Brien, the firm stands out for its high level of specialization: Michael is one of only three attorneys in Oregon who is a Nationally Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist by the American Board of Certification. With nearly 30 years of experience, the firm is dedicated to helping families and small businesses stop the spiral of debt and protect their hard-earned assets. If you need to find a lawyer who offers elite expertise without the judgment, Michael O'Brien is the trusted authority you can rely on.

Strategic Financial Solutions

The firm offers comprehensive legal services designed to solve complex financial problems. Their practice areas include:

• Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy: Providing immediate relief from creditors, stopping wage garnishments, and creating sustainable repayment plans.
• Chapter 11 Reorganization: Helping small businesses restructure their debts to stay open and profitable.
• Foreclosure Defense: utilizing bankruptcy stays and negotiation to help families keep their homes.
• Asset Protection: Implementing legal strategies to safeguard property from future creditors and lawsuits.
• Garnishment Defense: Taking swift action to unfreeze bank accounts and stop paycheck deductions.

Tailored and Compassionate

Michael O'Brien believes that bankruptcy is not a ”one size fits all” solution. The firm offers Free Case Evaluations to determine if bankruptcy is truly the best option or if non-bankruptcy alternatives like debt settlement would be more effective. Their approach is focused on ”soft landings”-minimizing the negative impact of financial distress while maximizing the protection of the client's family and future. The team is known for its discreet, professional, and empathetic counsel, understanding that bad things often happen to good people.

A Leader in the Field

Michael O'Brien's certification and decades of experience make him a leader in the Oregon legal community. He actively contributes to the Oregon State Bar Debtor/Creditor section and volunteers with legal aid clinics. Whether you are an individual facing medical debt or a business owner dealing with a downturn, Michael D. O'Brien & Associates provides the sophisticated legal armor you need to weather the storm.

We strive to plan for a soft touchdown at a difficult time. We help you get back on the track to prosperity.