Jeff Wagoner was selected to Super Lawyers in 2021, 2022, and 2023 for his work in consumer and bankruptcy law.
Highlights & Awards
WM Law has guided individuals and small businesses in the Kansas City metro through bankruptcy since 1997, providing trusted consumer debt relief services. With offices in both Missouri and Kansas, our attorneys bring proven legal experience and a commitment to client service that has earned long‑standing community trust.
4.9 ⭐ average rating with 580+ Google reviews, BBB accredited with an A+ rating, Super Lawyers–recognized attorney, serving the Kansas City metro since 1997, licensed in Missouri and Kansas, trusted provider of consumer bankruptcy services.
Last Updated on October 1, 2026
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Certifications
Attorney Licenses
Jeffrey L. Wagoner has been practicing law in the Kansas City area for over 28 years and has helped over 30,000 clients. In Missouri (since 1995) and Kansas (since 1996), both active and in good standing. These long-standing credentials demonstrate his ability to represent clients across state lines and in federal bankruptcy courts.
Jeffrey L. Wagoner is licensed to practice law in Missouri (since 1995) and Kansas (since 1996), both active and in good standing. These long-standing credentials demonstrate his ability to represent clients across state lines and in federal bankruptcy courts.
Kansas City Bankruptcy Bar Association
Jeffrey L. Wagoner is an active member of the Kansas City Bankruptcy Bar Association. This professional membership highlights his engagement with the local legal community and ongoing involvement in bankruptcy law practice.
Missouri Bar Association
Jeffrey L. Wagoner is a long-standing member of the Missouri Bar Association. His membership reflects his commitment to ethical practice, continued legal education, and adherence to the professional standards required of Missouri attorneys. This affiliation reinforces his standing in the state’s legal community and supports his work in bankruptcy and consumer law.
Largest Law Firms in KC, 2026 – Kansas City Business Journal
WM Law has been included in the Kansas City Business Journal’s Largest Law Firms list, a regional ranking that highlights established firms with a strong presence in the Kansas City legal community. The list evaluates firms based on attorney count and regional business activity, recognizing organizations that play a significant role in the local legal market. This listing reflects WM Law’s long-standing service to individuals and businesses across the Kansas City metro.
Super Lawyers Recognition
Best of the Bar – Kansas City Business Journal
The Kansas City Business Journal selected WM Law for its annual Best of the Bar list, recognizing the firm’s consistent excellence and proven capability in complex legal matters. This distinction underscores WM Law’s reputation for skill, integrity, and strong results within the Kansas City legal community.
BBB Accredited Business – A+ Rating
WM Law is a BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating, the highest rating issued by the Better Business Bureau. Accredited since June 2026 through the BBB of Midwest Plains, the recognition applies across all four office locations and reflects the firm’s commitment to the BBB Standards for Trust.
🔗 https://www.bbb.org/us/ks/olathe/profile/bankruptcy-attorney/wm-law-0714-1000081689
Avvo Top Rated Bankruptcy Attorney
Jeffrey L. Wagoner is an Avvo Top Rated Bankruptcy Attorney with a 9.7 Avvo Rating, reflecting decades of experience, a strong professional record, and recognition from both clients and legal peers. His rating highlights consistent excellence in bankruptcy and consumer law, supported by long-standing licensure in Missouri and Kansas.
Awards
BusinessRate “Best of 2026” Award – Olathe Office
BusinessRate “Best of 2026” Award – Olathe Office
WM Law’s Olathe office received the BusinessRate Best of 2026 Award for Bankruptcy Attorney in Olathe, Kansas. The award is based on verified Google Reviews and recognizes local businesses that consistently maintain outstanding customer satisfaction and high review ratings. This recognition highlights WM Law’s strong reputation for trusted legal guidance and positive client outcomes in the Olathe community.
Kansas City Favorites 2025 – Bronze Medal, Best Bankruptcy Law Firm
WM Law was awarded the Bronze Medal for Best Bankruptcy Law Firm in Kansas City in the 2025 Kansas City Favorites competition, hosted by the Kansas City Star. This recognition reflects the firm’s strong community reputation and consistent client satisfaction across the Kansas City metro area.
🔗 https://www.kansascityfavorites.com/listing/2025/bankruptcy-law
Best Bankruptcy Lawyers Serving Independence (Expertise.com)
WM Law was selected by Expertise.com as one of the Best Bankruptcy Lawyers serving Independence, Missouri, ranking among the platform’s top 7 picks. This listing highlights the firm’s strong local reputation and consistent client satisfaction within the Independence community and the surrounding Jackson County area.
🔗 https://www.expertise.com/legal/bankruptcy-lawyers/missouri/independence
Best Bankruptcy Lawyers Serving Kansas City (Expertise.com)
Expertise.com included WM Law among the Best Bankruptcy Lawyers serving Kansas City, Kansas, ranking among the platform’s top 11 picks. This recognition highlights the firm’s continued presence across the broader metro and its ability to assist clients with consumer and small business bankruptcy matters throughout the region.
🔗 https://www.expertise.com/legal/bankruptcy-lawyers/kansas/kansas-city
Best Bankruptcy Lawyers Serving Olathe (Expertise.com)
WM Law was named by Expertise.com as one of the Best Bankruptcy Lawyers serving Olathe, Kansas, ranking among the platform’s top 9 picks. This acknowledgment underscores the firm’s long-standing service to Johnson County clients and its reputation for providing reliable bankruptcy guidance and debt relief solutions.
🔗 https://www.expertise.com/legal/bankruptcy-lawyers/kansas/olathe
Reviews & Ratings
W M Law is highly rated across all office locations, showing our consistent commitment to client care, professionalism, and trusted legal guidance.
Notable Projects
While we protect client confidentiality and do not disclose individual case details, WM Law successfully handles hundreds of bankruptcy matters each year across Missouri and Kansas, including:
- Chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy filings for debt relief
- Chapter 13 repayment plans tailored to client income
- Small business Chapter 11 Subchapter V reorganizations
- Creditor negotiations and debt settlement strategies
- Foreclosure defense and asset protection cases
Press Mentions
Youth AutoCross Sponsor Recognition
(Kansas City Automotive Museum, August 2026)
The Kansas City Automotive Museum recognized WM Law as a sponsor of its annual Youth AutoCross event, which brings young people with disabilities together for a day of racing and confidence-building. The museum credited community-minded partners like WM Law with making the event possible.
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ETcaBNY8P/?mibextid=wwXIfr
CAPS Law Intern Spotlight – Multi-Platform Feature
(Blue Valley CAPS, April 2026)
Blue Valley CAPS recognized WM Law’s internship and mentorship program across multiple platforms, highlighting student Carter Poplin’s semester-long experience at the firm through the CAPS Law & Public Safety program. The feature praised WM Law and Jeffrey Wagoner for immersing Carter in real-world legal practice, including exposure to corporate law, bankruptcy law, and beyond.
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7455386882429075456
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXu5sTLj7zS/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ALUsd7dqM/
🔗 X (Twitter): https://x.com/bvcaps/status/2049621471534764147
CAPS Law Program Newsletter Feature
(Blue Valley CAPS, May 5, 2025)
WM Law was featured in the Blue Valley CAPS Law Program newsletter for its mentorship and internship involvement. The firm supports CAPS students with real-world legal experience, including semester internships and final presentations highlighted in the publication.
Company behind ‘Jingle!’ holiday event hires bankruptcy lawyer
(KCTV5, January 11, 2025)
WM Law was retained to assist Epic Holiday LLC, confirming its role in supporting staff and creditors.
🔗 https://www.kctv5.com/2025/01/11/company-behind-jingle-holiday-event-hires-bankruptcy-lawyer/
Jingle hires bankruptcy lawyer after promising payment to event staff
(KMBC 9, January 10, 2025)
Coverage details WM Law’s role in the operational wrap-up of the Jingle! holiday event.
🔗 https://www.kmbc.com/article/jingle-staff-promised-payment-this-month-contractors-still-uncertain/63394279
KC holiday popup misses payments, hires bankruptcy firm
(The Kansas City Star, January 10, 2025)
The Kansas City Star reports Epic Holiday LLC contracted WM Law to manage its wind-down.
🔗 https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article298354873.html
Jingle employees to get paid after payroll issues, company says
(First Alert 4 / KMOV, January 10, 2025)
WM Law was reported as the firm hired to handle the company’s next steps.
🔗 https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/01/10/jingle-employees-get-paid-after-payroll-issues-company-says/
New Chapter For Financially Broken
(KCUR, March 6, 2009)
Interview with Jeffrey Wagoner on bankruptcy trends during the 2009 recession.
🔗 https://www.kcur.org/community/2009-03-06/new-chapter-for-financially-broken
Contact Us
Interested in learning more about our certifications, licenses, or how we can support you with bankruptcy and debt relief? Contact WM Law today to schedule a free consultation at one of our Kansas City metro offices.
