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WE ARE A BANKRUPTCY FOCUSED LAW FIRM
405-788-0058
Meet Our Team
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PAUL CHOATE
BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEY
Paul is a seasoned bankruptcy attorney with over 17 years of experience helping Oklahomans overcome financial hardship and find a clear path forward. Known for his compassionate approach and sharp legal insight, Paul takes the time to truly understand each client’s unique situation. During your personalized consultation, he will listen carefully, explain your options in plain language, and develop a tailored strategy to help you achieve lasting financial relief. Whether you’re facing overwhelming debt, foreclosure, or garnishment, Paul brings a steady hand, deep legal knowledge, and a commitment to treating every client with respect and dignity. His goal is not just to guide you through the bankruptcy process—but to empower you with the tools and confidence to rebuild and move forward. -

ISAIAH MYERS
INTAKE ADVOCATE & DOCUMENTS MANAGER
Isaiah is the friendly and reassuring voice who guides clients through their very first interaction with our firm. As our dedicated Client Intake Advocate, Isaiah plays a vital role in making sure every individual feels welcomed, heard, and valued from the moment they reach out. With a compassionate and professional approach, Isaiah is here to answer initial questions, gather important background information, and ensure that each potential client is scheduled promptly for their free consultation with our legal team. Isaiah’s ability to listen attentively and respond with clarity helps lay the foundation for a smooth and supportive experience—starting each client’s journey toward financial relief on the right foot. Isaiah also works with clients to collect the financial documents required to file. He makes sure each client has a clear picture of their next steps as they complete the submission of these secured financial documents. Through strong communication and excellent customer service he makes this process quick and easy for our clients.
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CHEALSI HENDRIX
DOCUMENT COLLECTIONS MANAGER
Chealsi works closely with clients to ensure that all required financial documents are gathered and prepared to meet the court’s standards. She is detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and committed to helping clients understand exactly what is needed at each stage of the process. Chealsi provides clear guidance and personalized support to make document submission as smooth and efficient as possible, helping clients move confidently and quickly toward the next step in their bankruptcy case.
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KRISTIN REIZER
BANKRUPTCY PETITION PREP SPECIALIST
Kristin serves as our dedicated Bankruptcy Petition Preparation Specialist, bringing both precision and compassion to every case she handles. With a valuable understanding of the petition drafting process, Kristin works closely with each client to gather their personal financial details—including income, expenses, debts, and assets—ensuring all information is documented securely and with the utmost confidentiality. She then uses this information to draft a thorough and accurate bankruptcy petition tailored to the client’s unique financial situation. Kristin’s professionalism, attention to detail, and supportive approach help make a complex process feel manageable and reassuring, giving our clients the confidence that their case is in capable hands.
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STORMI BOLAND
DOCUMENTS & REAFFIRMATIONS MANAGER
Stormi specializes in the collection and organization of the documents required to begin each client’s case. With a clear and compassionate communication style, she guides clients through the documentation process step by step—ensuring they understand exactly what is needed and why. Stormi is committed to handling every client’s sensitive information with care and discretion, securely managing files and maintaining strict confidentiality. Her efficiency, organization, and dedication make the documentation process smooth and stress-free, helping clients feel confident and supported as they move forward in their petition preparation.
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KATE MARTIN
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Kate is our approachable administrative assistant; she is focused on providing steady support to both clients and staff throughout the bankruptcy process. She helps manage day-to-day operations, keeps communication flowing, and ensures clients receive timely guidance and reminders as they move through each step of their filing. Kate is always available to help answer general questions, coordinate appointments, and offer reassurance when it’s needed most. Her client-centered approach helps create a welcoming experience for every individual who walks through our doors.
Letter From Our Attorney Paul Choate
I believe if you are considering one of the hardest events an individual can go through - bankruptcy - you should know who is on the journey with you. I would like to introduce myself; my name is Paul Choate. I was born in Oklahoma City and moved to Seminole, OK, in the late 1970s. I am the eighth of ten kids, and I grew up on a horse and cattle farm West of Seminole during the boom-and-bust years of the 1970s and 1980s. I completed Law School in 2006 at the University of Oklahoma School of Law. I served in the Oklahoma National Guard (B Battery, 1/160th FA. 45th ID!) during college. After I passed the bar, I went into practice as a general practice attorney with my father. The year I graduated, the bankruptcy law changed. The process became more technical. Many attorneys (including my father) quit filing cases because of these changes. I chose to gradually grow my practice towards bankruptcy. I have focused on bankruptcy since 2009 and have filed for over 5000 clients in all districts in Oklahoma.
Debt has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My father opened up one of the first payday loan companies in Seminole, OK, around 1984. One of my first jobs was as a debt collector going to people’s homes as a sixteen-year-old kid. I wasn’t very good at it, and frankly, neither was my father. The business muddled along for twenty years before finally shutting down in the 2000s.
Growing up, my family experienced bankruptcy multiple times as my father tried to save the family farm in the 1980s during the various oil and gas collapses and the savings and loan crisis. Banks could randomly recall loans when they needed money, and many farms went under when they did not have liquid assets, including ours. I know the pain of watching the repo person drive off with farm equipment and livestock and losing the land you ran around on as a child. My father focused on fighting banks for himself and other farmers and ranchers. He saw it as a point of pride that he had a judgment against him in the millions of dollars for the amount of legal work he cost his bank in his bankruptcy. Unfortunately, fighting banks is not very profitable, and we were stuck for many years working through the loss of the farm.
In my career, I have worked for banks, loan companies, debt collectors, debt settlement companies, and individuals experiencing debt. I know what debt feels like. I know what options are available and what the law can and can’t do for you. I have chosen to limit my practice to representing individuals in bankruptcy because I believe in the relief it can provide during one of the worst times of your life. It is not magic. It is federal law. There are hundreds of thousands of cases filed every year. I know what you can do. Many of the things you hear or think you know about bankruptcy are incorrect. In a free thirty-minute consultation, I can answer your specific questions about your specific situation. We can develop a plan - within the law - to get you a fresh start and find relief for you and your family.
Thank you for your time and consideration of my firm.
- Paul J. Choate
Our Offices
We have offices located in OKC, Shawnee, Seminole, and Ada.
Please schedule an appointment!
OKC - 7015 West Hefner Rd, Building D, STE B, Oklahoma City, OK 73162
Shawnee - 116 N. Bell Ave, Shawnee, OK 74801
Seminole - 1423 E. Wrangler Blvd, Seminole, OK 74868
Ada - 111 E. 12th St, Ada, OK 74820
405-788-0058 - 405-426-9677
Financial stability is within reach. Bankruptcy can help you get there.
Debt can be incredibly damaging to both your personal and professional life. While it may seem manageable at first, it's easy for bills and payments to pile up. If you're feeling as though there is nowhere left to turn, we are here to show you that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
The stigma attached to bankruptcy is absolutely false. Filing for bankruptcy does not mean that you have failed. Instead, it means that you are taking the first step toward strengthening your future and regaining power over your finances. By setting up a consultation with our Shawnee, Oklahoma, attorney, you can start the process of deciding whether bankruptcy is a good fit for you.
When you work with our skilled bankruptcy attorney, you get a true partner. We will work with you to figure out whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is right for you. If you have a stable income and can commit to a repayment plan, Chapter 13 could be the path for you. If selling your assets is more practical, we'll discuss Chapter 7. No matter which option you qualify for, our goal is to get you back on your feet and moving forward.
Don't wait to take action. Contact us today at The Choate Law Firm to start tackling your financial problems. We are proud to serve clients throughout Oklahoma.