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January Bailey, Bankruptcy Attorney in Wichita, Kansas

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January Bailey is an attorney based in Wichita, KANSAS. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Currently practicing at Prelle Eron & Bailey.

Based in
Wichita, KANSAS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Bankruptcy
  • Handles Bankruptcy matters from Wichita, KANSAS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Wichita) (2025).

About January Bailey: January Bailey is an attorney based in Wichita, KANSAS. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Currently practicing at Prelle Eron & Bailey.

Areas of practice

January's practice areas in Wichita

January concentrates on bankruptcy. Each area below outlines the kind of case January handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Wichita, Kansas

January takes bankruptcy matters in Wichita, Kansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before January agrees to represent you.

Biography

January Bailey, bankruptcy attorney serving Wichita

January Bailey is an attorney based in Wichita, KANSAS. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Currently practicing at Prelle Eron & Bailey. January works from Wichita, Kansas and takes on bankruptcy matters across the region.

January is a shareholder at Prelle Eron & Bailey, P.A., in Wichita, Kansas. Her practice focuses in bankruptcy, primarily representing consumer debtors. She is board certified in consumer bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification and is a member of the 2021 American Bankruptcy Institute's "40 Under 40" class. Locally, she was chair of the Bankruptcy Committee for the Wichita Bar Association from 2016 to 2022 and serves on the District of Kansas Bankruptcy Bench Bar Committee. January is a Past President of the Wichita Women Attorney’s Association and is on the board for the Wesley E. Brown American Inn of Court. She has a B.S. in business administration and accounting and a B.A. in French from the University of Kansas, as well as an M.B.A. and J.D. from the University of Cincinnati. Outside of the legal field, she is a cyclist, auntie, and avid Jayhawk basketball fan.

January's approach to bankruptcy cases

January is a shareholder at Prelle Eron & Bailey, P.A., in Wichita, Kansas. Her practice focuses in bankruptcy, primarily representing consumer debtors. She is board certified in consumer bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification and is a member of the 2021 American Bankruptcy Institute's "40 Under 40" class. Locally, she was chair of the Bankruptcy Committee for the Wichita Bar…

The kind of cases January takes

January reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy matters in Wichita and the surrounding Kansas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where January studied and practices

  • University of Cincinnati

    J.D. · 2008

January studied at J.D. in University of Cincinnati.

Law school and academic background

January completed J.D. in University of Cincinnati. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice January runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

January's legal honors and published work

January has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Wichita)

    2025

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American Board of Certification, Consumer Bankruptcy Law - 2022 to current

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Wichita Business Journal - Women Who Lead in Legal - February 2023

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American Bankruptcy Institute 40 Under 40 - 2021

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Wichita) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — American Board of Certification, Consumer Bankruptcy Law - 2022 to current (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Wichita Business Journal - Women Who Lead in Legal - February 2023 (2026).

Locations

January Bailey's office in Wichita

January's primary office is at 301 North Main Street, Suite 2000, Wichita, Kansas, 67202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Prelle Eron & Bailey

301 North Main Street, Suite 2000

Wichita, Kansas 67202

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Hiring guide

How to hire January Bailey — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with January usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

January charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain January's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; January will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Wichita, Kansas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for January

January discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. January confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

January's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about January Bailey

  • How much does it cost to hire January for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. January walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does January offer a free consultation?

    January charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain January's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check January's current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Kansas typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. January gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can January take my case if I'm outside Wichita?

    January is licensed in Kansas. Matters governed by Kansas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — January will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with January?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. January will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is January accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    January's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Bankruptcy attorneys serving Wichita, Overland Park and Topeka in Kansas

January handles bankruptcy matters throughout Kansas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.

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