About Us

As lawyers in the Kansas City, MO area, we have achieved success for our clients thanks to decades of extensive experience. Aaron Cook has been practicing law in Missouri and Kansas since 1998, and Coleman Ellis likewise has practiced in both states since 2009. Together, we provide Kansas City the legal services to meet the needs of a diverse clientele – individuals, businesses, and other organizations.

We serve the metropolitan Kansas City region, including Independence, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Raytown, Liberty, and many other locations. While our lawyers are located in Independence, we serve clients around the globe.

Our practice areas include probate, intellectual property, trusts and estate planning, bankruptcy, business, and real estate matters. We also help our clients select litigation counsel and manage lawsuits in the metropolitan Kansas City and across Missouri and Kansas.

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    Why Choose Us

    At Cook Ellis LLC, your lawyers in Kansas City, MO, always put forth an extraordinary effort on your behalf. We express our gratitude to those who choose to hire us by employing a Kansas-City work ethic. We take pride in providing top-quality Kansas City legal services and treating every client with the respect and dedication we would want for ourselves.

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    You can trust that you're in good hands with our legal team and staff. We go above and beyond to deliver.

    Exceptional Experience

    Our firm delivers excellent legal services to you because of our extensive experience.

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    Our attorneys and staff answer your questions promptly and attentively, letting you know what to expect and staying with you throughout the entire process.

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    Eric Darveaux
    31 August 2026
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    Quick easy professional service..
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    Deepak Parmar
    28 August 2026
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    I have worked with Aaron for more than 20 years and have always been extremely pleased with the level of service and professionalism he provides. He is very thorough, detail-oriented, responsive, and takes the time to make sure every issue is carefully considered and clearly explained. Over the years, I have relied on his guidance for many important matters and have always appreciated his knowledge, judgment, and attention to detail. He is someone I trust and value greatly as both an attorney and an advisor. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an experienced, dependable, and highly professional attorney.
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    Nick McGee
    27 August 2026
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    Coleman and Cristina have been nothing short of amazing. They have been in constant communication, have explained everything in a way we can understand, and have made us feel hope throughout this entire process.
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    Deb
    27 August 2026
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    Prior to receiving an introductory letter from Coleman Ellis, Chapt.13 was unfamiliar to me. I had dug a hole so deep financially, I literally was facing liens being placed on my house. After my free consultation, for the first time in months/years I actually I felt relief, hope, and some control in working towards rebuilding and hitting restart. There are no simple words to express what Mr. Ellis has done for me. In his calm and soothing manner, he answered all concerns, said I was eligible for Chapt. 13 and explained the process. No, the process isn't quick nor easy. It requires work from all parties and good knowledgeable representation. However, it was made painless. One needs a good, knowledgeable team and that is what Coleman Ellis provided. Soon things became orderly and progressed step by step with help along the way on what and how to. Mr. Ellis has returned phone calls and even answered his phone himself (yes, this is a thing). He has answered all questions, assisted in Zoom calls, and returned calls in a timely fashion with professionalism and polite nerve calming (again , an important thing for me). That stress so overwhelming for me? Gone. Now I have room to breathe, a plan to follow, and life seems livable again. Mr. Ellis is busy, his phone rings quite a bit, but takes time to call back, soothes nerves, gives straight answers, and gets things done in a timely manner all while explaining everything you always wanted to know, but were afraid to ask about Chapt. 13. I know I have mentioned the calmness in this office. It was important and uncommon. I had talked to another lawyer who was loud, accusatory, and full of himself. Basically saying I was screwed and decided he wouldn't take the case. So, I was nervous to face another attorney. Calm encouragement is what was needed and was given. This is a safe, professional, and yet personal place to seek help when bad things financially happen to good people.
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    Michael Liimatta
    27 August 2026
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    Great to work with. Very responsive and always answers my questions in a manner that is very thorough and easy to understand.
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    Rayjon Robinson
    27 August 2026
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    Mr. Coleman and Miss Christina Were very helpful through my Bankruptcy case they take their time with me make sure I understood everything that was going on 10 out of 10 Best law firm for Bankruptcy in Kansas City, Missouri
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    Ashlea Burnos
    27 August 2026
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    Coleman was very helpful and informative. He made the process painless and easy.
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    jesse shelton-nielsen
    27 August 2026
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    Very professional and on top of things. Communicated well. Kept me very informed through out the process. Highly recommend.
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    Monica Williams
    27 August 2026
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    They were so helpful. They got me squared away, and it was very easy and fast thank you so much for your help.
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    Noe Morales
    19 June 2026
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    Aaron was great and help me and my family with setting up a new deed. Happy with everything and answered all my questions and explained everything perfectly.

    Our Services

    Our law firm offers various services, including probate, intellectual property, trusts, estate planning, bankruptcy, business, and real estate. Our diverse practice areas can provide peace of mind concerning your finances, property, health, family, and business affairs. We will do our best to address your needs and concerns and assist you in achieving your goals, no matter your situation or case. Your lawyers in Kansas City, MO, are dedicated to resolving your issue as quickly and efficiently as possible.

    Bankruptcy

    We help the residents of Kansas City, Grain Valley, Oak Grove, Liberty, Kearney, and other neighboring communities overcome their debt and move on with their lives.

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    Business & Real Estate

    Whether you’re buying or selling a business, commercial real estate, or a residence, Attorney Aaron Cook will protect you from risks and help achieve your goals.

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    Patents & Intellectual Property

    Great ideas are extremely valuable in the world economy today. To capture their value, however, they must be quickly identified and protected as intellectual property.

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    Trusts, Wills and Probate

    Are you interested in a trust, will, or power of attorney? Do you need assistance with probate in Independence, Overland Park, Kansas City, Leawood, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Liberty, or another neighboring community?

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    We are available via e-mail or telephone.