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Since I filed my first case in 1996, i've filed thousands more! I specialize exclusivley in helping people understand their options in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. I understand the financial stress and struggles that overwhelming debt can cause and have the solution to relieve you from any debt problem. When you work me with me i ensure the entire process to be very quick, easy and painless. I work very diligently and efficiently on every case to get them filed in days, not weeks helping you immediatley get on the road to a debt-free life again! Sick of those pesty creditors and debt collectors calling and harrasing you for payments? Contact me today for a Free Bankruptcy Consultation!
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
80%
30 years
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
20%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1996
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Location
Lifeback Law Firm
13 7th Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301
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Posted by Troy | March 14, 2016 | Bankruptcy & Debt
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...
Posted by Jill | December 29, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Wes Scott is a great bankruptcy attorney!!
Wes and his staff were very professional. He explained everything from the very start in a way I could understand. He never judged me and I felt like he understood my apprehension about filing bankruptcy. The whole process was made easier for me to go through by his thoughtfulness. I would highly rec...
Wesley William Scott's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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"
"I endorse Mr. Scott and his Firm. They are compassionate professionals to whom I am comfortable referring clients in bankruptcy matters."
"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."
Michael Cerniglia
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Richard Granvold
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
David Buchin
Divorce and separation lawyer
William Kain
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Margaret Henehan
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Reprimand issued in MN, 2024
updated on 08/19/2024Reprimand 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 ServicesVolunteer Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Student loan reform
In progress
MN Wedding Ring Protection
Success
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How long after discharge of Ch 7 before I can refi? Ch 13 was converted to Ch 7, discharged Jan. 2015, without reaffirmation.
09 Apr 2016
Q&A
Non exempt real estate abandonment chapter 7
01 Apr 2016
Q&A
In a chapter 7, if the Trustee states that my car is Exempt, should I keep making my car payments?
24 Mar 2016