LAW OFFICES OF KIMBER H. BARO

St. Louis Bankruptcy Attorney

Bankruptcy Is Our Primary Practice — We've Been Doing This Since 1988

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✓ NACBA 2024-2025 Member ✓ BBB Accredited ✓ Licensed Since 1988 ✓ 35+ Years Experience ✓ Eastern District of Missouri ✓ 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ✓ U.S. Supreme Court

What Bankruptcy Can Do For You

Federal bankruptcy law was designed to give honest people a genuine fresh start. Here's what it can do:

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Stop All Collection Activity

The moment you file, an automatic stay stops all collection calls, lawsuits, wage garnishments, bank levies, and foreclosure proceedings — immediately.

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Eliminate Unsecured Debt

Credit cards, medical bills, personal loans, utility arrears, and most other unsecured debts can be completely wiped out through bankruptcy.

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Save Your Home & Car

Catch up on mortgage arrears, stop foreclosure, and keep your vehicle. Bankruptcy allows you to protect what matters most while eliminating what's dragging you down.

Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 at a Glance

Feature Chapter 7 Chapter 13
Best ForEliminating debt quicklySaving home, catching up on arrears
Income LimitYes (means test)No income limit
Timeline3–4 months3–5 years (repayment plan)
Upfront Cost$1,100 total$513 upfront
Mortgage ArrearsNo catch-up mechanismYes — can save home
Unsecured DebtFully dischargedPartially or fully discharged
Credit Report10 years7 years
341 Meeting RequiredYes (brief, ~10 min)Yes (brief, ~10 min)

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Our Prices Are Lower & Our Services Are Better

We've built our entire practice around giving working families the best possible value. Compared to larger bankruptcy firms in the St. Louis area, we charge less — and we give you more direct attorney access.

What You Get at Other Firms

  • ✗ Speak with a paralegal or receptionist
  • ✗ Variable fees based on complexity
  • ✗ Price increases over the years
  • ✗ Attorney you've never met at the courthouse

What You Get With Baro Law Firm

  • ✓ Speak directly with Attorney Baro
  • ✓ Same flat rate for every client
  • ✓ Prices unchanged for 10+ years
  • ✓ Same attorney at consultation and in court
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