Rachel Lynn Foley

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Rachel Lynn Foley

also known as Foley Law, P.C., KC Bankruptcy

5.0
13 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Independence, MO
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Tax, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

P O Box 120, Independence, MO

About Rachel

Biography

We Help You Regain Financial Control In Missouri And Kansas.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

Helping the consumer file Chapter 7 and 13 cases on both in Western Missouri and Kansas. Additionally I handle litigation when creditors violate the law under the bankruptcy code.

923 cases

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Tax 25%

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

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Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 21 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 30 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1995

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Foley Law, P.C.

P O Box 120, Independence, MO, 64011

kcbankruptcy.com

Online Presence

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Rachel Lynn Foley's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

5 + Stars for Foley Law

I believe Rachel Foley cared about me and my situation and I never once felt like I was just "another client". Rachel took the time to understand all aspects of my businesses and guided me every step of the way. I am grateful for her and the team at Foley Law--from the initial intake/qualifying phone... conversation through to discharge, I felt professionally supported throughout the process. Rachel gave me the confidence to believe in myself again and I highly recommend Rachel Foley and her firm.

Posted by Kellye | October 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy Help

Rachel and her associates were very professional and funny at times which helped get through the entire process. They helped you realize that we all make mistakes and are in need of a new start, a do-over, in life and they were there to make it easy and feel less demeaning. The prep process, includin...g the budget class, takes some work but it also helps you realize you need a budget (if you don't have one) that helps with money management to get your finances in a better place and not end up being back where you were with creditors. Rachel goes over everything from top to bottom and helps you to understand exactly what is going on, what is going to happen, and what the results are going to be. All of the ladies were very thorough with the paperwork and spoke to you in clear terms to where you can totally understand your bankruptcy process. I can't thank Rachel enough for taking me as a client and helping me through the toughest time of my life where you just don't know what your going to do. Fowley Law will help you get to where you need to be!

Posted by Michele | February 13, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly recommend!

Rachel has been our attorney for both our bankruptcy case and several follow-up matters. She is extremely knowledgeable, timely, and kind. She never made us feel we though we were bad people for being in our situation. She helped us understand the process and made it painless. We are very thankful to... have had such an experienced attorney on our side.

Posted by Dianne | January 24, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Exceptional Service

I never thought that I would find myself in a place where I would need a bankruptcy attorney...I was raised to believe that failure was not an option and that taking care of one's personal business matters was of the upmost importance....and then I started my own company and my world came tumbling do...wn. I made horrific choices in business partners and found myself in a hole that I wasn't sure I could climb out of. After working with three attorneys from another law firm, it was recommended that I file for bankruptcy. They recommended the Rachel Foley Law Firm and I could not be happier that they did. I went from feeling like a total failure and a lost soul to feeling hopeful again, all because of Rachel and her staff. I realize that I am speaking about my feelings and not about the expertise needed to guide one through bankruptcy, but here is why; Rachel's firm not only provides EXCEPTIONAL professional guidance, knowledge and service in regard to working through a case, particularly one like mine that involved dealings with company issues and business partners, but her firm also is exceptional in the human components of bankruptcy. I went from being a lifetime executive professional to a blithering, weak, depressed individual in a matter of a month before I was led to Rachel. One meeting with her and her staff, subsequent follow up meetings, filing my bankruptcy and then having the 341 creditor's meeting and one month later I feel like I am human again.....all because of Rachel and Barb. If you are looking for an exceptional attorney that is highly knowledgeable in her field, current on bankruptcy law, involved in all aspects of her legal profession, yet personal, professional and caring, you cannot get any better than the Rachel Foley Law Firm.

Posted by jadon | February 06, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Rachel Foley is by far the best choice if you want great representation

Nearly five years ago my wife and I came to a crushing realization; though we had tried many ways to overcome our situation, in the end and with great regret, overwhelmed with debt we were facing a bankruptcy. This was, for us, one of the darkest times in our life. We, literally, didn’t know wh...ich way to turn or who we could trust. We called a couple of attorneys but didn’t get a good feeling. We even made an appointment with one attorney that had placed an ad in a local magazine, but when we met with him; neither my wife nor I felt confident in his commitment to our situation. Frustrated and feeling hopeless, that’s when we found attorney Rachel Foley and her incredible staff. We knew immediately that she was the right attorney to represent us. She did not mince words about the severity of our situation, but was compassionate and gave us wise counsel on how to move forward. We left her office her office feeling confident for the first time in months. My wife and I filed a chapter 13 bankruptcy and over the past four years we have had many interactions with Rachel and her staff and, we have NEVER been disappointed. Both Rachel and her staff have been attentive to our needs, concerns, and questions (and in a timely manner). What you can expect: Rachel is direct. She is going to tell you the truth about your situation and about the process. She is not unfriendly, but she is not going to mince words, because she understands the seriousness of what you face, and she takes her responsibility seriously. If you want someone you can trust Rachel is by far the best choice. Her staff is very friendly, thoughtful, and their follow-up is without question the best I’ve seen in any profession. Honestly, I would never wish bankruptcy on anyone, but if I knew anyone in this situation I would, without hesitation, direct them to Rachel Foley!!

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Rachel Lynn Foley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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John Morgan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rachel is so good in the area of bankruptcy that she spends a great deal of her time mentoring other attorneys from all around the country! She is the go-to guru of bankruptcy and wraps her hands around the whole case without doubt. Her command of the law is amazing! If you live in Missouri or Kansas and are in need of any kind of bankruptcy advice, do yourself a favor and meet with Rachel. You will be glad you did! She is truly a Super Lawyer and a very dear friend,"

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Craig Andresen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rachel is one of the best known speakers nationally for attorney conferences focusing on bankruptcy legal issues. She not only understands the law but has a unique skill for communicating her knowledge to other lawyers. It is for good reason she is highly sought after as a speaker."

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Chip Parker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rachel is an active lecturer on consumer bankruptcy issues, and I have the good fortune of soliciting her opinion on complex matters involving bankruptcy. She is always willing to share her unique insight and ideas with me."

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Aaron House

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Packard

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Mathias

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rachel is a national leader in consumer bankruptcy practice and has contributed so much to debtor advocacy over the years! I have consulted with Rachel quite a lot over the years and she is so well informed and helpful. I would encourage anyone to entrust Rachel with your bankruptcy."

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Carol Colliersmith

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Rachel Foley for several years. She zealously and passionately represents her clients. She is smart and very knowledgeable about bankruptcy. What makes her stand out though is that she is kind and thoughtful. She really cares about her clients and what they are going through. I strongly endorse this lawyer!"

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Brian Canupp

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rachel is working very hard to protect the assets of her clients. That work is benefiting debtors around the country. Rachel is an attorney other attorneys call with questions!"

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Joshua Mathews

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Other

"After reading one of Ms. Foley's answers to a question on Avvo, I clicked a link that she provided to an article she had written. I was impressed with not only the material that she provided, but by the fact that she so readily provided those very relevant materials to the person posting the question. I would feel very comfortable recommending Ms. Foley in the future."

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John Burnett

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is clearly one of the finest bankruptcy attorneys in the area. She meets that cutoff of "would you refer a member of your family to her for a serious matter?" I have and am happy about that."

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Carrie Doxsee

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rachel really knows her stuff. I find her to be very professional and a credit to the Kansas City Bankruptcy Bar."

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Jay Fleischman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Rachel for about 7 years, and have constantly been amazed by her dedication to the cause of consumer protection law. She's always pursuing new educational opportunities as a way of helping her clients more effectively, looking beyond the boundaries that most lawyers take for granted. As a result, her skills have evolved to a level well beyond many of those who would otherwise be called her peers. To call her an asset to the profession is an understatement."

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Wendell Sherk

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Friend

"Rachel is passionate about doing good work and helping her clients get a fresh start. And she goes above and beyond the call of duty to make sure their rights are protected."

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Chip Parker

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

2023 AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2023, Avvo

2022

2022 AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyers - Top 1% 2022, American Registry

2022

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2022, Avvo

2021

2021 AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2021, Avvo

2020

2020 AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

America's Most Honored Lawyers 2020 - Top 5%, American Registry

2020

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2020, Avvo

2019

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2019, Avvo

2019

2019 AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

America's Most Honored Professionals 2019 - Top 10%, American Registry

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2018, Avvo

2018

America's Most Honored Professionals 2018, American Registry

2017

Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2017, Avvo

2016

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2015

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2015

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2013

Avvo 2013- Rated 9 Superb, Avvo

2013

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2012

Colleen Nunnelly Memorial Award - inaugural recipient, NACBA

2012

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2011

Missouri Bar’s 2011 Pro Bono Wall of Fame, Missouri Bar

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, Foley Law, P.C

2001 - 2005

Bankruptcy Attorney, United Auto Workers - Ford and GM LSP

1994 - 1998

Risk Manager, Clarkson Regional Health Services

Associations

Bankruptcy Law Network

Member

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Missouri State Bar

Kansas Bar Association

Kansas Bankruptcy Bar Association

American Bankruptcy Institute

American Bar Association

1990 - 1993

Student Bar of the American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Harris vs. Richard V. Fink Trustee

§513.430(7) does protect the life insurance contracts of both whole and life policies. §513.430(8) solely applies to whole life policies and will only protect the current value of said policy.

***** vs. Bank of America, N.A.

Default judgement for the debtors.

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Education

1993

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Creighton University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1983

Tacoma Community College

AA

Speaking Engagements

2017

Nuts and Bolts

So You Want to File Bankruptcy Cases – Here’s a Top 10 List for Consideration

2017

MOBAR Annual Bankruptcy Institute

Chapter 13 Hot Topics

2017

Frank W. Koger Bankruptcy Symposium Moderator - A Conversation with the Experts

2016

Money Smart Kansas City

No matter where you fall within the financial spectrum, beginning, updating, or needing to press re-start, this informative seminar will provide you with options and resources for securing your financial future.

2015

NACBA's 23rd Annual Convention Changing Course during a Chapter 13

2015

NACBA 's 23 Annual Convention Save Your Client's Job

2013

Student Loan Law Workshop Student Loan

2012

Koger Symposium Bankruptcy Updates

2012

Cutting Edge Issues in Chapter 13

Chapter 13 Practical Skills on Friday the 13th

2011

Bankruptcy Presentation

Consumer/residential mortgage restructuring/modification issues both inside and outside of bankruptcy.

2010

BANKRUPTCY - Making The Most Of A Down Market

Bankruptcy and the Debtor

2010

18th Annual Convention: San Francisco, CA

Acrobat

2001

15-Hour Review of the Law - Kansas City

Techonology in the Court

2000

15-Hour Review of the Law - Kansas City

Techonology in the Court

Publications

2013

American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) Journal Reopening a Chapter 7 Can Be Crucial for a Debtor's Fresh Start

2013

Student Loan Law Workshop The albatross and the student loan.

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Bankruptcy Blog Bankruptcy Law Network

Languages

English

Activity

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