Coleman Ellis

Coleman Ellis is a seasoned attorney with more than 13 years of experience helping individuals and businesses navigate financial difficulties. He concentrates on debtor and creditor rights, bankruptcy, and business and real estate transactions. His legal practice spans Missouri, Kansas, and Utah, where he serves a diverse clientele across multiple industries.

Coleman earned a Bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Utah. He went on to complete an MBA at the Bloch School of Management, University of Missouri-Kansas City. He later obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. This strong academic foundation supports his legal and business insight in client matters.

Coleman is a board-certified consumer bankruptcy attorney through the American Board of Certification, a credential earned by meeting some of the highest standards in the field. To achieve this certification, he completed more than five years of full-time legal practice, over 400 hours of bankruptcy-focused work, extensive continuing legal education, and passed a demanding full-day examination. He represents a wide range of clients, including nonprofit organizations, farmers, real estate companies, franchise owners, and individual consumers seeking debt relief and financial restructuring.

Coleman handles Chapter 7, 11, 12, and 13 bankruptcy cases and represents both debtors and creditors. He supports ethical and orderly financial solutions for those facing challenges such as liquidation or business closure. His ability to understand each client’s situation ensures customized, practical solutions rooted in legal and financial clarity.

Coleman is admitted to practice in Missouri, Kansas, and Utah, and is a member of The Missouri Bar, the Kansas Bar Association, the Utah Bar Association, and the American Bankruptcy Institute. Coleman continues to stay active in legal circles to maintain sharp, updated knowledge for his clients.

Coleman Ellis’s commitment to helping others through legal and financial hardship is evident in his approach. His well-rounded education and certified expertise enable him to offer dependable legal support during complex financial times.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Cook Ellis LLC
• Member, The Missouri Bar
• Member, Kansas Bar Association
• Member, Utah Bar Association
• Member, American Bankruptcy Institute

Licensed State

• Missouri
• Kansas
• Utah

Education

• University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City
  Masters of Arts (MBA)
• University of Utah
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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