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Coleman Ellis is a partner at the firm of Cook Ellis LLC, where he focuses his work in the areas of debtor and creditor rights, bankruptcy, and general business and real estate transactions. He has over 13 years of experience in these fields and is licensed to practice in Missouri, Kansas and Utah.
Coleman assists individuals, non-profits and businesses to overcome financial challenges and get back on their feet; or to liquidate and close their doors in an organized and ethical manner. Much of his work involves representing debtors and creditors in cases under Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12 and Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. His business clients include franchisees, hotel owners, manufacturing concerns, food service providers, health-care companies, farmers, religious-based organizations, and real-estate holding companies.
Coleman is board certified in the area of consumer bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification. To be certified, he satisfied the following requirements: full time practice of law for at least five years; good standing in the bars of all states where a license to practice law is held; devoted at least 30% of practice time and at least 400 hours to bankruptcy-related matters in the last three years; documented involvement in consumer bankruptcy by providing information on cases practiced; demonstrated commitment to continuing legal education by earning at least 60 hours of bankruptcy education in the past three years; passed an extensive, day-long written examination covering consumer bankruptcy issues.
Coleman is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Kansas Bar Association, the Utah Bar Association and the American Bankruptcy Institute. He received a juris doctorate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, an MBA from the Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Utah.
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State: Kansas
Acquired: 2010
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State: Missouri
Acquired: 2009
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State: Utah
Acquired: 2012
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Posted by TJ | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 7
The first lawyer I spoke with said I couldn't file a 7 and had to go with a 13. Please don't take one lawyers opinion because after visiting with Coleman Ellis I found out the first lawyer was wrong. Coleman Ellis got me out of debt quickly by qualifying me with Chapter 7 even though my income was wa...
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellant Services
I always received first class service. I knew I could call and receive an answer immediately. All my questions and then some were quickly dealt with. Friendly office, would go back again for a different problem. And definitely would recommend to others.
Posted by Debbie | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Excellent Experience
My husband and I hired Mr. Ellis to handle a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Having to file was not an easy for us and we were embarrassed. Coleman and Vicki immediately put us at ease. Coleman listened to us and was very understanding of our situation. Our case was handled confidentially and they helped us ...
Posted by Jeff | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy
During this difficult time for filing bankruptcy was extremely confusing and if it wasn't for Mr. Ellis and his right hand Doreen, I probably gone nuts. They were understanding and a super help to getting this done in a great matter of time. Everything went great and have had a huge weight lifted o...
Posted by Mark | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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All my questions or concerns were answered within a day by Mr. Ellis, or a member of his staff. A appreciate how thorough Mr. Ellis was, which made the transition easier and not complicated. I would definitely hire Mr. Coleman again, and recommend him.
"Coleman is exceptional. I have referred several matters to him over the years and without exception my client report great satisfaction with Coleman's work. He has my full confidence."
"Coleman is a great attorney and an even better man. He is of the highest professional and personal integrity. Coleman provides a wealth of knowledge, experience and compassion for his clients."
"I have known Coleman for many years. He is very honest and cares for his clients. His personality gives you sense of confidence and reassurance. I would recommend his services to anyone."
"I met Coleman in law school and have now known him for many years. I've always admired his drive to succeed and his dedication to his clients. I have referred clients to Coleman with full confidence that he would understand their financial struggles and help them move forward to a brighter future. I endorse Coleman without hesitation."
"I am pleased to endorse Coleman Ellis wholeheartedly, without any reservation. He is an excellent advocate and a caring person, and that says nothing of his encyclopedic knowledge of bankruptcy, commercial, and credit matters! As an attorney myself, he is the kind of professional I would hire to represent me personally."
"Coleman is professional and reliable. He is also very personable and easy to talk to. I send all my clients with debt issues to him because I know they will be in good hands."
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2022
Best Bankruptcy Attorney in Kansas City, Expertise
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
Best Bankruptcy Attorney in Kansas City, Expertise
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009 - Present
Partner, Cook Ellis LLC
2008 - 2008
Clerk, The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit of Missouri, Division 3, Honorable David M. Byrn
2007 - 2008
Clerk, The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit of Missouri, Division 3, Honorable Thomas C. Clark
2022 - Present
American Board of CertificationBoard certified in consumer bankruptcy law
2011 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2010 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Missouri State Bar AssociationMember
Member
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
MBA
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
Speaker - Chapter 13 Issues and Updates
2020
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Speaker - Bankruptcy and Foreclosure
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