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Rachel Lynn Foley

also known as Foley Law, P.C., KC Bankruptcy
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  • Independence, MO
  • Licensed for 24 years
Rachel Lynn Foley
Rachel Lynn Foley
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About Rachel

We Help You Regain Financial Control In Missouri And Kansas.

I am a former bankruptcy attorney for the United Auto Workers assisting Ford and GM Workers with keeping their hard earned money where it belongs, in their pocket!  Now I  assist the general public in Missouri and Kansas with regaining financial control.

Practice areas

OtherForeclosureChapter 13 bankruptcyChapter 7 bankruptcyBankruptcy and debt
  1. 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

  2. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 20%

  3. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: 20%

  4. Foreclosure: 5%

  1. Speeding and traffic ticket: 5%

    Helping those who have received driving awards (speeding tickets) by Missouri Law Enforcement Officers.

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

4016 South Lynn Court Drive
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Foley Law, P.C.

4016 South Lynn Court Drive
Suite B
Independence, MO, 64055-3377

Office (816) 472-4357
Fax (888) 876-1591

Website

http://www.kcbankruptcy.com

Kansas City Bankruptcy - Foley Law

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
KSAuthorized to practice law200510/11/2019
MOGood Standing, Active199510/24/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers23
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
Best of the BarKansas City Business Journal2016
Best of the BarKansas City Business Journal2015
Best of the BarKansas City Business Journal2015
Best of the BarKansas City Business Journal2013
Colleen Nunnelly Memorial Award - inaugural recipientNACBA2012
Best of the BarKansas City Business Journal2012
Missouri Bar’s 2011 Pro Bono Wall of FameMissouri Bar2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerFoley Law, P.C2005 - Present
Bankruptcy AttorneyUnited Auto Workers - Ford and GM LSP2001 - 2005
Risk ManagerClarkson Regional Health Services1994 - 1998
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Bankruptcy Law NetworkMemberN/A
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMemberN/A
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMemberN/A
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Missouri State BarN/AN/A
Kansas Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Kansas Bankruptcy Bar AssociationN/AN/A
American Bankruptcy InstituteN/AN/A
American Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Student Bar of the American Bar AssociationMember1990 - 1993
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) JournalReopening a Chapter 7 Can Be Crucial for a Debtor's Fresh Start2013
Student Loan Law WorkshopThe albatross and the student loan.2013
Bankruptcy BlogBankruptcy Law NetworkN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Creighton University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1993
Creighton UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1986
Tacoma Community CollegeAA1983
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Nuts and BoltsSo You Want to File Bankruptcy Cases – Here’s a Top 10 List for Consideration2017
MOBAR Annual Bankruptcy InstituteChapter 13 Hot Topics2017
Frank W. Koger Bankruptcy SymposiumModerator - A Conversation with the Experts2017
37th Annual Midwestern Bankruptcy InstituteDiscussion of various claims related topics and issues including the impact and implications of the Supreme Court’s May 2017 decision in Midland Funding, LLC v. Johnson.2017
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys San FranciscoA quick overview of exemptions and best practices for advising clients in this complex and very important area of bankruptcy law.2016
Money Smart Kansas CityNo 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.2016
NACBA's 23rd Annual ConventionChanging Course during a Chapter 132015
NACBA 's 23 Annual ConventionSave Your Client's Job2015
Student Loan Law WorkshopStudent Loan2013
St. Louis Bankruptcy WorkshopPractice-Building Solutions For Smart Bankruptcy Lawyers2012
Koger SymposiumBankruptcy Updates2012
Cutting Edge Issues in Chapter 13Chapter 13 Practical Skills on Friday the 13th2012
Bankruptcy PresentationConsumer/residential mortgage restructuring/modification issues both inside and outside of bankruptcy.2011
BANKRUPTCY - Making The Most Of A Down MarketBankruptcy and the Debtor2010
18th Annual Convention: San Francisco, CAAcrobat2010
15-Hour Review of the Law - Kansas CityTechonology in the Court2001
15-Hour Review of the Law - Kansas CityTechonology in the Court2000
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
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.

Reviews

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Only attorney I would rate 5 stars

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Rachel and her staff (Barb) was caring and compassionate the minute I walked in. My situation was difficult and complicated and I had only one chance to get this right. She went above and beyond all my expectations and understood how to navigate through my case. I had almost went with another attorney and after consulting with Rachel realized they did not have the knowledge to have me file the right chapter for my case and it would have been all for nothing. Rachel saw me through the entire case and I never felt rushed. She explained all my options. While we were at court my ex (a high ranking attorney himself) did not show but his attorney come to represent him. She spoke with him very professionally. I never saw my ex's attorney again. Rachel is fearless and will go toe to toe with any attorney or any complicated situation. I would highly recommend her over any other attorney! I wish I could have had her for my divorce. I completed the entire bankruptcy process which concluded in 2017. I am entirely debt free, have a credit rating over 700 and have half of my mortgage paid off on a 15 year note.
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I can’t say enough about how wonderful she is! She was efficient, very knowledgeable in the law and honest. I felt so comfortable with her. She’s down to earth and tells it like it is. I hit the mother load when I found her. You won’t regret hiring her!
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Rahul Aggarwal, Real estate Attorney on Mar 13, 2018
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An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

John Morgan, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Nov 22, 2017
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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,

Craig Andresen, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 20, 2016
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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.

Chip Parker, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 19, 2016
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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.

Aaron House, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 15, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jennifer Packard, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 15, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Mathias, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 14, 2015
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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.

Carol Colliersmith, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
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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!

Brian Canupp, Litigation Attorney on Feb 4, 2013
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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!

Joshua Mathews, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
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.

John Burnett, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
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.

Carrie Doxsee, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Nov 16, 2012
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Rachel really knows her stuff. I find her to be very professional and a credit to the Kansas City Bankruptcy Bar.

Jay Fleischman, Education Attorney on May 30, 2012
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.

Wendell Sherk, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Dec 20, 2010
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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