Ted L. Tinsman
Bankruptcy Attorney
Ted L. Tinsman is the senior bankruptcy attorney at Douglas, Haun & Heidemann, P.C. With nearly 20 years of experience practicing bankruptcy law in southwest Missouri, Ted has filed well over 2,000 bankruptcy cases for people and small businesses under Chapters 7, 11, and 13.
In addition to Ted’s bankruptcy work, he has provided legal services for IRS offer and compromise, debt settlement, workers’ compensation, family law, Social Security disability, and personal injury cases. Ted graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor in Business Administration degree from Lincoln University in 1989, and received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri in Columbia in 1992.
Ted is very involved in the community, including participation with Habitat For Humanity, leadership in his church, and participaton in the Council of Churches of the Ozarks.
Jordyn M. Hill
Bankruptcy Attorney
Jordyn Hill predominantly grew up in Georgia, but later moved to Wichita, Kansas, where he finished high school. He went to college at Kansas State University, ultimately receiving a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Political Science. Afterwards, Jordyn moved to Fayetteville, Arkansas to obtain his law degree from the University of Arkansas. During law school, Jordyn focused on business and corporate law. In doing so, Jordyn had the opportunity to work within the legal departments of two top Fortune 500 companies: Tyson Foods and Walmart. He also spent three months abroad, working for the corporate division of an international law firm in Shanghai, China. Since the completion of his legal education, Jordyn has focused his attention on consumer bankruptcy practice, the only area of law he’s practiced in for the past several years.
Jordyn has a passion for spending time with his family, sports, and the outdoors. He enjoys the high volume of client interaction he gets within the area of consumer bankruptcy, as well as the opportunity to usher his clients through one of the most difficult times of their lives and establish a financial plan for their long-term success.
Cindy Carter
Paralegal
Cindy Carter has been in the legal field for twenty-nine years. In 2005, Cindy earned an Associate of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies from Drury University, and a Professional Paralegal certification from NALS, the association for legal professionals.
After spending several years working in various legal fields for many law firms, Cindy focused her interest in obtaining an American Bar Association-approved Associate Degree of Science in Paralegal Studies from Missouri Western State University in 2012. Cindy believes in helping and serving the public through the legal field.
Maegan Gallipo
Receptionist
Maegan is the newest member of the Tinsman Bankruptcy Team, joining us in 2020 after having earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Allied Health, with a minor in Psychology, from College of the Ozarks in 2019.
Maegan enjoys exercising her organization skills daily. Maegan is dedicated to her family and a loyal friend to many. She hopes to start her own business someday, selling repurposed antiques and art of her own creation. Maegan enjoys spending time outside, gardening, and shopping.
Tony Bleau
Paralegal
Tony Bleau has been a Paralegal for over twenty years, with experience in many areas of law, including bankruptcy, insurance defense litigation, collections, and medical malpractice. Tony has been a previous member of the Springfield Missouri Paralegal Association (SMPA) and was President, Vice-president, and Secretary in the past with SMPA. He has a Paralegal Degree, Bachelors of Science Degree, and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
Tony has been married for over twenty-five years and has three children. In his spare time, he enjoys viewing most sports including: college football, soccer, pro football, baseball, hockey and Olympics sports (both summer and winter). He also loves animals, and spending time with church and family events. Tony also served in the military for eight years and has an Honorable Discharge from the military. His focus was helicopter repair.
Google Reviews From Our Clients:
I was disappointed to have to file bankruptcy at my age, but my lawyer Jordyn worked with me on the payment, and getting in and out court was so timely! High recommend this practice compared to all others!
Jordyn Hill was my attorney for my bankruptcy, and I couldn’t have asked for a better guy. He was sensitive, and understanding. I felt he truly cared about what I was going through. I would recommend Jordyn to anyone looking for a caring, sensitive attorney to help guide them through this journey. Thank you, Jordyn!
Although we would have preferred NOT to have had to obtain an attorney for this purpose, Ted Tinsman was extremely professional and never “shamed” us or made us feel that we should have done better. He was always very prompt in returning our calls and/or emails, explaining in terms we could understand. (No legalese!) We…
I highly recommend Ted Tinsman. He put my mind at ease at the initial consultation and he delivered everything he promised. If I had a question, he responded the same day. Also, his rates are more reasonable than other lawyers in this area.
Ted was fantastic and very detailed. Would recommend him highly. Very professional and personable!
Ted Tinsman was gentle and professional. He always had our best interest at heart. When amendments and changes came up, he went the extra mile to be sure everything was correct and the additional steps were taken to have a successful outcome. He is timely responding to both emails and phone calls. We highly recommend…
Jordyn Hill is very professional and blunt! I knew I was in good hands when I met him. Thanks so much for helping me get through this!
Jordyn Hill was so helpful through this entire process! He was very thorough in explaining the process and answereing any questions I had. He was professional and kept in contact through every step. Choosing if bankruptcy is right for you is a hard decision to make and Jordyn was non-judgemental, caring and compassionate. You won’t…
Jordyn Hill was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and went out of his way with each and every time we had a question. His help will not be forgotten anytime soon and I strongly recommend him personally if you ever need help getting through the tough financial stuff.
Jordyn has one of the highest levels of integrity as I have ever met in this industry. He enjoys helping people get through some of the most difficult times in their life while helping them make smart decisions that will rebuild their life.
Having two sick children with chronic illnesses and bills piling up over our heads, my husband and I walked into Jordyn’s office completely overwhelmed and broke and not knowing which way to turn. The team assessed the situation and gave us the direction we needed to go and the steps to get there. A few…
The journey in life there can be obstacles we face at times we must overcome. Whether they are events beyond one’s control, financial hardships or the daily life struggles. With anything we do it takes those important footsteps, hard work and the determination to succeed. Jordyn Hill excepted my hardship as his own, he listened,…
I usually don’t do these reviews but with my experience with Jordyn Hill deserves one! He was very prompt and just a really nice man. He never made me feel uncomfortable or embarrassed of my situation. He was knowledgeable on any and every question I had! He never had to get back with me on…
I really appreciated Jordyn Hill’s help. He went out of his way to help me as I do not drive. He is very personable, knowledgeable, and I would highly recommend him to anyone that needs the service of a bankruptcy lawyer.
Great attorneys and staff. Jordyn was great to us. Honest, laid back, and real.
We had a very complicated case, but Jordyn Hill was with us every step of the way. Things of this nature are going to be stressful, but while being represented by Jordyn Hill, we felt like we were always being kept in the loop. The pricing was declared during our initial meeting and once we…
Ted and his staff did an awesome job for me and I would put them #1 in in my book. Made me feel more like a friend than a client. If you should be forced to take this action, you can not go wrong with Ted.
I would highly recommend Ted Tinsman for an attorney. Ted and his staff were awesome, and the ultimate professionals in my case. He put my mind at ease from the very beginning. He is very knowledgeable, very kind and understanding. His belief in God shows through in his work. He explained and helped me understand…
Ted and his staff were great. They answered all of my questions and went over all the options to help me make the best decision. They were always quick to communicate with me when something changed and always responded when I contacted them. I was so nervous about this process and they helped me feel…
Ted and his staff were amazing, and went above and beyond to assist me in a very difficult process. I worked directly with Jordyn Hill and he was knowledgeable, compassionate and attentive to my specific needs. I would recommend them to anyone. They are affordable, too!
Jordyn Hill was our attorney and he was excellent. He was always helpful and answered any questions we had. I would highly recommend him.
Ted made the process of filing for bankruptcy easier than I expected. He was there every step of the way until the bankruptcy was completed. I would recommend Ted Tinsman, should you consider taking that step.
Jordyn Hill was excellent as our attorney. He guided us through every step and it went very smoothly. I’d highly recommend Jordyn to anyone needing these services.
My attorney Jordyn Hill made this very stressful experience bearable. He was with me every step of the way, and explained everything. I could not recommend him more highly. I put my faith in him and he more than delivered.
Recently hired Ted for my bankruptcy case and was extremely content with his services! He was very professional, efficient, and well worth every penny!
Ted Tinsman was great to work with and made the whole process as easy as something like that can be.
Ted Tinsman was great in helping us through our bankruptcy. He made it very simple, understandable, and unstressful. He was a breath of fresh air during a very depressing time.
Ted Tinsman was great in helping us through our bankruptcy. He made it very simple, understandable, and unstressful. He was a breath of fresh air during a very depressing time.
Hi, Ted. I just wanted to thank you for helping us. I feel like a huge weight has been lifted from my shoulders. It’s a great feeling! 🙂
Mr. Tinsman was very professional, trustworthy and put you at ease. He took the time to explain the process in terms a lay person can understand, very thorough and detail-oriented. I felt he was carrying the burden for me. He is a pleasure to work with.
I want to thank Mr. Tinsman and his staff for assisting me during this very difficult time financially for me. Life has a way of ‘throwing us some unexpected curves’, so to speak, and can cause us a great deal of stress. I recommend Mr. Tinsman and his staff to anyone whom needs bankruptcy assistance.…
Ted was amazingly professional and helpful through the entire process. I appreciated how forthright he was, how thorough he was, and that he made an organized and friendly appearance at our meeting with the trustee. It really helped us feel more comfortable and confident that Ted was the perfect choice. I would refer anyone to…
Ted Tinsman was responsive, helpful, and professional during my bankruptcy proceeding. He alleviated my fears and made the process simple. I recommend Mr. Tinsman.
Mr. Tinsman is very knowledgeable and patient. He helped me through a difficult time with ease and calmness. He never failed to answer emails with questions within a short amount of time. When I didn’t understand something he made sure he explained it to where I did understand it. I could not have had better…
Ted literally saved my sanity! Once I met him and he got things started, he took such good care of me from start to finish that I would highly recommend him to anyone. He’s thorough, knowledgeable and best of all, easily accessible. Whether it’s returning a phone call or email I never had to wait…
Mr. Tinsman made a very difficult situation a lot less stressful. His representation was professional and non-judgmental. He walked me through a step-by-step process that put my life back on track! I would highly recommend his services.
Thank you so much for handling my case and helping me move forward with my life.
Thank you for representing me. I think you were terrific, and most of all you were very patient with me and I appreciated that tremendously.
Mr. Tinsman put me at ease almost instantly and handled a very stressful situation with professionalism and compassion. He was very thorough and understanding. His office staff was also kind and always helpful! I am so thankful to Mr. Tinsman for setting my life back on track so I could move forward. I HIGHLY recommend…
I appreciate the expertise from Ted Tinsman. He handled my case both professionally and considerately.
Darryell and I would like you to know that we are so grateful we chose you as our lawyer! We got results we were hoping for without having to struggle finding a right fit for us. I appreciate your hard work and attentiveness to our case and to us personally. Just wanted to let you…
Ted helped us through a difficult process and time. He kept in touch regularly via email, and was easy to work with. He even answered my panicked emails while out of town just to reassure me that our case was A-OK! If you are caught in this kind of situation I highly recommend hiring Ted…
Ted did a fabulous job, which entailed more than I expected. The process was well explained in advance and was simpler than I thought. I would refer anyone needing this type of legal representation to Ted.
Thank you so very much for representing me during this stressful time. You have made the process so much less complicated than I originally thought and your kindness… along with your staff’s kindness… has helped me feel relaxed about your representation of my case. It feels good to have this weight lifted off my shoulders.
Mr. Tinsman was very helpful and great to talk to. He also replied to my emails in a very timely manor. Our case was resolved to our satisfaction. I give him my highest recommendation.
(Ted is an) excellent lawyer; he is very patient and kind. You know that he is looking out for you.
Very professional and polite service from the receptionist to the lawyer. I would recommend Ted Tinsman to anyone I meet. He’s one of the nicest lawyers I have ever met … genuinely nice and respectful.
I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Jordyn Hill. Without question he is someone I will recommend to anyone in need of a bankruptcy attorney. Knowledgeable and really cares about his clients. Thanks Jorydn!
You can’t go wrong with Ted! I really can’t say enough positive things about him. His knowledge of the laws is second to none! He was so kind, so understanding and so helpful at guiding us through this process. He was on top of the littlest of details and … (he) never once made us…
Very fortunate to have Ted as my attorney. Very professional, knowledgable and responsive. I am made to feel as if I am a priority at all times. I am beyond impressed! Thank you!
After working with Ted and his team over the past 5 years of our case, I can honestly say that I would recommend him to anyone who finds themselves in need of a bankruptcy attorney; he was consistently responsive to our questions and concerns, and provided direct and easy to understand information.