Kim K Hillary

Kim K Hillary, Bankruptcy Attorney in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Consumer

PartneratSchafer and Weiner, PLLC

Bloomfield Hills, MI

Practicing bankruptcy in Bloomfield Hills since 2004.

22+
Years practicing
3
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Kim K Hillary is a partner based in Bloomfield Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Consumer. Kim has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schafer and Weiner, PLLC.

Based in
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Experience
over 22 years
Known for
Bankruptcy · Business · Consumer
  • Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Consumer matters from Bloomfield Hills, MI.
  • Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kim K Hillary: Kim K Hillary is a partner based in Bloomfield Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Consumer. Kim has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schafer and Weiner, PLLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kim K Hillary

Kim concentrates on bankruptcy, business, consumer, creditor rights, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Kim takes bankruptcy matters in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Kim takes business matters in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Kim takes consumer matters in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.

Creditor Rights cases in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Kim takes creditor rights matters in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Kim takes litigation matters in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kim K Hillary — Over 22 years of Michigan bankruptcy experience

Kim K Hillary is a partner based in Bloomfield Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Consumer. Kim has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schafer and Weiner, PLLC.

Kim K Hillary is a lawyer practicing debtor and creditor, bankruptcy trustees, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Kim received a B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Kim practices at Schafer and Weiner, PLLC in Bloomfield Hills, MI.

Kim's approach to bankruptcy cases

Kim K Hillary is a lawyer practicing debtor and creditor, bankruptcy trustees, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Kim received a B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Kim practices at Schafer and Weiner, PLLC in Bloomfield Hills, MI.

The kind of cases Kim takes

Kim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and consumer matters in Bloomfield Hills and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Kim K Hillary's legal education and bar admissions

  • Wayne State University Law School

    J.D. · 2004

  • Western Michigan University

    B.A. · 1998

Jurisdictions

Kim's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • Michigan

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2004 · ACTIVE

Kim studied at J.D. in Wayne State University Law School and B.A. in Western Michigan University.

Law school and academic background

Kim completed J.D. in Wayne State University Law School and B.A. in Western Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kim runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Kim's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Women's Bar Association Journal of Law in Society Alumni

    membership

Locations

Kim K Hillary's office in Bloomfield Hills

Kim's primary office is at 40950 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Schafer and Weiner, PLLC

40950 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100

Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kim K Hillary — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kim will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kim

Kim discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kim's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kim K Hillary

  • How much does it cost to hire Kim for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kim offer a free consultation?

    Kim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Kim's current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kim take my case if I'm outside Bloomfield Hills?

    Kim is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kim will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Kim?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kim accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    Kim's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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