The Law Offices of Joe and Jovanna Bearden: Missouri Bankruptcy Attorneys. Bearden Law focuses on Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 12, Chapter 13, and debt relief, such as debt collection defense, foreclosure, bankruptcies, credit reporting, and consumer protection. We also handle a variety of criminal defense, felonies, and civil matters including wills, trusts, and deeds. If you are dealing with creditor harassment or if you have an issue with credit reporting, please contact us. We can show you how to defend yourself and inform you of your rights. If your rights are violated, we can help you defend your rights in court if necessary or negotiate with creditors on your behalf. In case you need a bankruptcy, we will help you complete the process. Though bankruptcy is not a quick or easy action, we make sure that it’s the best option for you before we recommend it, and we will help you every step of the way. Bankruptcy is a drastic step, but it sometimes is the only way to escape debt slavery in a reasonable time frame. We are licensed Bankruptcy Attorneys in Butler, Missouri and will focus on your case first and foremost from the beginning to the end. Our practice specializes in consumer bankruptcy and consumer debt defense. We have won hundreds of cases against major collection agencies such as Midland Funding, LVNV, Portfolio Recovery, Asset Acceptance, and Cavalry. We routinely deal with prosecutors in Bates, Henry, St. Clair, Cass, and Vernon Counties. We have even fought major national banks and won. We are ready to fight for you. It’s not hopeless. Let us help.