Mike Hanrahan

Bankruptcy, Tax, and Business

Mike Hanrahan

With more than a decade of experience representing individuals and businesses in complex legal disputes, Mike Hanrahan has built a reputation as a trusted advocate in commercial litigation, bankruptcy, business, and tax law. His practice spans high-stakes financial matters, including fraud, embezzlement, accounting-related disputes, and corporate restructuring. Clients value his sharp analytical skills, strategic approach, and ability to navigate intricate financial and legal challenges.

Mike has been recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star every year since 2016, a distinction awarded to only a select percentage of attorneys for excellence in their field. He frequently speaks on panels for leading industry organizations, including the American Bankruptcy Institute and the Federal Bar Association, where he shares insights on bankruptcy and tax law developments.

His litigation experience includes representing creditors, debtors, trustees, and businesses in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings, as well as handling commercial disputes involving breach of contract, fraud, and business torts. He has successfully litigated cases involving embezzlement, forensic accounting investigations, and fraudulent transfers, ensuring clients protect their financial interests and recover losses.

Mike’s commitment to his clients extends beyond the courtroom. He is known for his practical, results-driven approach and his ability to simplify complex legal matters, allowing clients to make informed decisions with confidence.

Beyond his legal career, Mike is a devoted husband and father to two young daughters. At home, he and his wife share their lives with two dogs, who also join him on his favorite pastime— upland bird hunting. A strong believer in conservation, Mike enjoys time outdoors and appreciates the balance between professional advocacy and personal passions.

For businesses and individuals facing complex financial or litigation challenges, Mike offers strategic legal solutions backed by experience, integrity, and a results-oriented mindset.

Education

Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, Masters in Law (LL.M.) (2015)

Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, Juris Doctor (J.D.) (2013)

St. Bonaventure University, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A) (2009)

St. Bonaventure University, Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) (2008)

Admissions

Michigan (2013)

U.S. District Court for Western District of Michigan

United States Tax Court

Memberships

State Bar of Michigan, Taxation Section

Federal Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section

Debtors Bar of West Michigan, Treasurer

Speaking Engagements

Client Intake & Managing Client Expectations, Federal Bar Association Bankruptcy Bootcamp (2018)

Bankruptcy Law, Adjunct Professor, Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (Winter 2018 Term)

Law Office Management, Adjunct Professor, Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (Summer 2017 Term)

Chapter 13 Business Cases, Federal Bar Association 29th Annual Bankruptcy Section Seminar (2017)

Publications

College, student loans and regret, Grand Rapids Business Journal (January 2019)

The IRS and tax debt, Grand Rapids Business Journal (July 2018)

Awards

2018 Michigan Rising Star, Bankruptcy

Top Lawyers – Grand Rapids Magazine

Super Lawyers

Top Lawyers Award

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