The Bankruptcy area of the website provides resources for individuals seeking bankruptcy counseling and/or education as well as those seeking general bankruptcy resources.

bankruptcy counseling (intake form)

This Service has been temporarily suspended. *The MU Office for Financial Success is approved to issue certificates in compliance with the Bankruptcy Code for ALL judicial districts in the United States. Counseling is available via phone (573-882-9211), e-mail (financialsuccess@missouri.edu), and face-to-face. Complete the intake form to schedule an appointment. The fee for the counseling session is $50 ($60 if filing jointly). We can accept electronic payments via debit and credit card [as well as cash/money orders].


bankruptcy educational course

The bankruptcy counseling is required prior to filing - after filing [prior to discharge], there is a required educational course.
*The following link will bring you to a list of U.S. Trustee approved bankruptcy educational course providers. Available formats include face-to-face, phone, and internet.
(Find an approved educator).


bankruptcy basics

Basic bankruptcy information for debtors, creditors, the media, and general public on the different aspects of the federal bankruptcy laws. Provides individuals considering bankruptcy with a basic explanation of the different forms (chapters) under which a bankruptcy may be filed and addresses common questions about the process.

- Bankruptcy Basics for cases filed on or after 10/17/2005
- Bankruptcy Basics for cases filed before 10/17/2005


bankruptcy changes (key changes in law)

Explanation of 25 primary changes to the personal bankruptcy law (Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005).


bankruptcy faq

Bankruptcy is a common suggestion for dealing with financial problems. Unfortunately, many people entering into bankruptcy know little about it. The American Bankruptcy Institute provides some great basic information in a FAQ format for consumers.


find a bankruptcy attorney

Search tool to help you find a bankruptcy attorney in Missouri or in your state ...



* USDOJ Approval as a counseling agency does not endorse/assure the quality of any Agency's services.