Understanding Your Kansas Bankruptcy Trustee
The Kansas bankruptcy court system has locations in Kansas City, Topeka, and Wichita. The Kansas bankruptcy trustee is assigned automatically upon filing for bankruptcy, and the primary role of the Kansas bankruptcy trustee is to oversee the administration of your case, whether it’s a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 filing.
Updated on July 21, 2026.
By Alexander Hernandez, J.D., Professor, and Author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law (Routledge).
The Role of the Bankruptcy Trustee
Bankruptcy trustees don’t represent you, but rather the “bankruptcy estate,” which is comprised of all your assets. Their main goals are to safeguard these assets, review your financial disclosures, and, if necessary, liquidate them to pay your creditors if your assets are non-exempt, meaning not protected.
The trustee’s job is to differentiate between exempt and non-exempt assets (which can be sold). In a Chapter 7 case, the trustee can liquidate non-exempt property to distribute the proceeds among your creditors. In a Chapter 13 case, the trustee collects your repayment plan payments and distributes them to your creditors.
The 341 Meeting is a key part of the trustee’s job. The trustee conducts the 341 Meeting of Creditors which typically occurs a few weeks after you file. Here, you meet with the trustee and answer questions under oath about your financial situation. Creditors may attend, but they rarely do.
Trustees are also empowered to investigate any potential fraud or improper financial transactions, such as payments made to a family member shortly before filing. If they suspect foul play, they can take legal action to recover assets and protect the integrity of the bankruptcy estate.
It’s important to distinguish the bankruptcy trustee, a private individual administering your case, from the Office of the U.S. Trustee, a Department of Justice entity that supervises bankruptcy trustees to ensure compliance with their obligations.
Chapter 7 Trustees
Patricia E. Hamilton
4848 S.W. 21st Street, Suite 201
Topeka, KS 66604
Phone: (785) 408-8000
Fax: (785) 408-8003
Steven R. Rebein
8700 Monrovia, Suite 310
Lenexa, KS 66215
E-mail: srebein@stevenrebeinlaw.com
Phone: (913) 888-4800
Christopher J. Redmond
13220 Metcalf, Suite 310
Overland Park, KS 66213
E-mail: christopher.redmond@christopherredmondlawfirm.com
Phone: (913) 379-1100
Fax: (913) 379-1109
Darcy D. Williamson
1109 SW Westside Dr.
Topeka, KS 66615
E-mail: Trustee@williamson-law.net
Phone: (785) 233-9908
Fax: (785) 233-2613
Chapter 13 Trustees
Carl B. Davis
300 W. Douglas, Suite 650
Wichita, KS 67202
E-mail: inquiries@kstrustee.com
Phone: (316) 267-1791
William H. Griffin
5115 Roe Blvd., Suite 200
Roeland Park, KS 66205
E-mail: willgriff@13trusteekc.com
Phone: (913)677-1311
Fax: (913)432-7857
Readers can also explore Bankruptcy.blog for Kansas bankruptcy exemptions and detailed court resources for Kansas City, Topeka, and Wichita.
Professor Hernandez is an attorney specializing in consumer finance and debt relief. He is the author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law (Routledge) and teaches law and finance courses in both English and Spanish at an international university.
Kansas Bankruptcy Filing Map
Educational Resources
- For Institutions: Colleges and universities may request examination copies of my textbook directly from Routledge Publishing.
- For Students & Practitioners: Single print and digital copies are available via Amazon Books.
- Video Lectures: Stream comprehensive legal breakdowns and video explanations on the Bankruptcy.blog YouTube Channel.
Bankruptcy Court & Consumer Resources
Explore additional consumer guides and state-specific directories to navigate your legal options:
- A step-by-step master guide to completing and understanding the bankruptcy petition.
- Bankruptcy Court Directory: Full listings for the federal bankruptcy court system and trustee contact information.
- State Bankruptcy Exemptions: Review your state‑specific exemptions or compare them with the federal exemptions.
- 341 Meeting Procedures: Prepare for your court date with updated rules, expectations, and practical guidance.
Please note that the information on this site does not constitute legal advice and should be considered for informational purposes only.
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