Atty. Michael James Held
Michael James Held is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Missouri State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 22 years.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Springfield, MO · 22+ Years Experience
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About Michael James Held at a Glance
Michael James Held is an Associate based in Springfield, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2004). Educated at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Missouri State University (B.A. University, 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael James Held
- Michael James Held is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Missouri State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Michael practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Springfield, MO
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Michael James Held's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Held handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Springfield
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Springfield
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Springfield
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael James Held is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Missouri →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Springfield
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Springfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-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 Springfield Choose Michael James Held
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 James Held's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael James Held brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, chapter 13, and bankruptcy, Michael James Held can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means Michael James Held 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 James Held Handles in Springfield
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