Wesley William Scott

Wesley William Scott

3.3
Rating: 4.1

Licensed for 29 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Saint Cloud, MN
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

13 7th Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN

About Wesley

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 80%

I have filed thousands of successful chapter 7 bankruptcy cases in MN!

30 years

80%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 20%

I have filed thousands of successful chapter 13 cases in MN!

30 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1996

Authorized to Practice

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Lifeback Law Firm

13 7th Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301

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Wesley William Scott's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by Teresa | August 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

WISH I WOULD HAVE BEEN KNOWN

I will admit, we were desperate and in an extreme hurry to file this bankruptcy! And, Wes was wonderful… responsive and pleasant to work with.. said he would take care of my Mom!!! WOW!!!! What a bunch of BS!!! Everything the other people are saying is 100% true! He’s condescending, confrontati...onal and downright rude!!! In a correspondence, he flat out said: Heck, at her age, she might not be wth us in a month!!!!! He tells you one thing then makes you feel stupid!!! How is this guy still able to practice?!?!?!

Posted by Miles | April 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Please do not hire this guy

This is one of the most unprofessional person I've ever met and had to do deal with. This the worst decision I've ever made in my life is to deal with this guy. He and his team it's supposed to work with you and help you through the whole entire process but that is so untrue they don't. I'm not goin...g to get into a lot of details with him but my best advice is don't ever hire him look for somebody else.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst experience I've ever had!

I would like to know the positive person that other reviewers talk about. That is not the person I encountered. In the beginning he acts like he's your buddy and he's there to look out for you. Yet he's extremely condescending and painfully rude.

Posted by Troy | March 13, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Everyone was so kind- thank you!

Do you know how when someone sells you something the follow up may not be as kind or helpful as the initial sale? Not so at Kain & Scott- this place is the real deal. From the time you call the first time until the last- they are very kind and professional. Can't say enough about Kain & Scott. If... you are looking for a bankruptcy attorney in Minnesota- you have found them.

Posted by Michaela | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Minnesota's nicest bankruptcy law firm

From the momemt I called Kain & Scott- I could tell this firm was different▪ the receptionist was kind and helpful and stayed on thebohone with me a really long time. I set up an appointment and came in to see Wes Scott. When I walked in thenfront door- it was so serene. Wes was so nice and laid out ...my choices in a thoughtful manner. I have recommended Wes and Kain & Scott to a number of family and friends and everyone has raved about how well they were taken care of. DONT CALL ANYONE ELSE! Kain & Scott is awesome- you wont be dissapointed. Oh and Wes is funny- I miss going to see him.

Wesley Scott

Replied last February 17, 2016

Thank You Michaela! I appreciate the kind words. I'm glad i could help! Call me anytime. Hope you're having a great day! -Wes

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Wesley William Scott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Cerniglia

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wes knows bankruptcy law and will conscientiously and creatively put those laws to work for you. Not only is Wes an extremely personable individual, he is a true professional. You can trust he will do a great job helping you with your individual situation. I endorse Wes without reservation."

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Richard Granvold

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. Why? If you read answers to questions by persons on AVVO and read her answers, you will notice Wesley takes the time to carefully and fully (and accurately) explain the answer to the questions directly and to the point. Having practiced myself 29 years and filed over 5,400 bankruptcy petitions I appreciate attorneys who have substantial experience and yet willing to take the time on AVVO to give you information that you sought. After all, is that not why you asked? So go to an attorney who you will receive such quality representation by. Great job to Wesley too! Sincerely, Richard D. Granvold"

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Patrick O'Donnell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Scott and his Firm. They are compassionate professionals to whom I am comfortable referring clients in bankruptcy matters."

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Margaret Henehan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Wesley Scott as the most open, honest and knowledgeable Bankruptcy Lawyer that i know. If there is any Lawyer that knows Bankruptcy Law it's Wesley and he knows it well."

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Michael Cerniglia

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard Granvold

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Buchin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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William Kain

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Margaret Henehan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  4.1 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Reprimand issued in MN, 2024

updated on 08/19/2024

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2014

Certificate of Recogition, Governor of the State of MInneosta; Tim Pawlenty

2008

Proffered Minnesota Wedding Ring Exemption statute, Minnesota Legislature

1996

Cum Laude, Wiliam Mitchel College of Law

1991

Magna Cum Laude, St. Cloud State University

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Partner, LifeBack Law Firm

1996 - Present

Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lifeback Law Firm

Associations

1997 - Present

St. Cloud Area Legal Services

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Student loan reform

In progress

MN Wedding Ring Protection

Success

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Education

1996

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

St Cloud State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

BNI - MAPLE GROVE MN BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Bankruptcy

2016

341 meeting conference Bankruptcy

2012

Catholic Charities Bankruptcy Conference Bankruptcy

Languages

English

Activity

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