Atty. Michael C. Hammer
Michael (Mike) Hammer was elected Dickinson Wright’s Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2019. As CEO, Mike oversees all aspects of the Firm’s professional service and business operations, and develops and implements the Firm’s strategic direction, working closely with his management group, elected governing board, practice leaders and administrative officers.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law & More Attorney · Serving Ann Arbor, MI
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About Michael C. Hammer at a Glance
Michael C. Hammer is a bankruptcy attorney based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Serves clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael C. Hammer
- Michael (Mike) Hammer was elected Dickinson Wright’s Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2019
- As CEO, Mike oversees all aspects of the Firm’s professional service and business operations, and develops and implements the Firm’s strategic direction, working closely with his management group, elected governing board, practice leaders and administrative officers
- Mike is a 30-year veteran of the Firm, and previously served as Deputy CEO for ten years
- As Deputy CEO, Mike oversaw the Firm’s lateral recruitment and office expansion efforts
- Under his guidance, the Firm hired more than 250 lateral partners and opened 13 offices, including Texas, California, Nevada, Toronto, Tennessee, Ohio, and Florida
- Through these efforts, he strengthened and broadened the Firm’s offerings to its clients
- Mike also oversaw the Firm’s accounting and finance departments, handling the day-to-day financial management and operations of the Firm
- In his private practice, Mike’s clients rely on him to provide sound business advice across a broad range of areas, including outside general counsel services, commercial disputes and litigation, financial restructurings, bankruptcy, distressed acquisitions and sales, and wealth-protection solutions
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Michael C. Hammer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C. Hammer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ann Arbor.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Ann Arbor
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ann Arbor
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ann Arbor are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Ann Arbor Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ann Arbor-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ann Arbor Choose Michael C. Hammer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael C. Hammer's practice in the field of bankruptcy.
Focused Bankruptcy Practice
Concentrating on bankruptcy means Michael C. Hammer's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Ann Arbor
A Ann Arbor-based practice means Michael C. Hammer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael C. Hammer Handles in Ann Arbor
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