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Jesse Dennis Langel
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Biography
Jesse Langel earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.) from New York Law School. His practice focuses on collection defense litigation and judgment enforcement protection. His firm regularly fights bank restraints, wage garnishments, and default judgments, with a strong emphasis on challenging improper service and vacating judgments entered without due process..
Jesse founded The Langel Firm in the aftermath of the Great Recession after witnessing how easily judgments were obtained on weak or inadmissible evidence.
“It just felt like the right way to use my legal training,” Jesse says. “Helping people through financial crises brings a level of gratitude and empathy not found in other areas of law. It’s been an absolute honor.”
As economic pressures across New York have intensified, the firm has also expanded to defend business tenants in commercial lease disputes, including landlord–tenant litigation, personal guarantee claims, and lease-default disputes. Across all matters, Jesse is known for strategic litigation, precise legal work, and strong advocacy.
Jesse D. Langel is admitted to practice in New York State courts, the U.S. Tax Court, and Federal District Courts in New York. He is consistently ranked among the top three consumer protection lawyers in New York by .
We defend collection lawsuits and assist commercial tenants.
We focus in commercial tenancy disputes.
We defend consumers and businesses against collection lawsuits.
We defend consumers and businesses against collection lawsuits.
We represent commercial tenants against any landlord-related dispute.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Debt Collection
60%
17 years
Debt Settlement
20%
17 years
Commercial Real Estate
10%
Landlord or Tenant
10%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
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Online Presence
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Jesse Dennis Langel's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 65 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jay | October 7, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Honest, helpful and really knows his field.
I had a stressful and confusing issue with an old judgement rearing its head. In a relatively short amount of time Jesse gave me a clear set of options, the pros and cons, the specifics of procedure, costs and time, and did so with a great attitude and energy. Didn't give me short shrift at all. Wor...
Jesse Langel
Replied last October 29, 2025Jay, thank you! I really appreciate this review. It was an absolute pleasure working with you. Contact me anytime.
Posted by Farrukh | February 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Frozen bank account
I hired Jesse because my bank account was frozen by a debt collector from a judgment against me in 2004. The original debt amount was $3500 but they were asking for $22,000. Jesse went to court and they lifted the freeze on my account . Jesse discovered there were mistakes made by the the debt collec...
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Replied last February 28, 2023Farrukh, it has been a pleasure of mine. Thank you for the kind words. I remain available to you always. Be well.
Posted by George | October 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best service ever!!!
I definitely appreciate the honesty and exceptional service that Jessy provided me. Jessy has been honest and reasonable with his fees, he helped me make all the right decisions, and has always been available and easy to reach!
Jesse Langel
Replied last October 28, 2021George, I can't thank you enough for this kind review. The pleasure has always been all mine. Thank you.
Posted by Seanna | August 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful
Jesse was a God send. I was beyond stressed out being sued by a creditor. Jesse’s expertise helped get the plaintiff to discontinue the case. He was always available to answer my questions. I highly recommend Jesse Langel.
Jesse Langel
Replied last August 2, 2021Seanna, it was a pleasure assisting you on this. Thank you for your kind words.
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing Lawyer even a better person Highly recommended
To anyone who finds themselves in a position I sadly found myself in I must say hire Jesse Langel, if I could review him 10 stars I would and that would be underselling it, while his knowledge of debt settlement is un matched he’s just an overall good honest &great human that sets the right expectati...
Jesse Langel
Replied last August 2, 2021Thanks a million, my friend. The pleasure was all mine, and I'm happy to have met you.
Jesse Dennis Langel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jesse is a highly skilled attorney with vast knowledge of consumer defense issues. He provides the same exceptional legal support to all of his clients from lay people who are very unfamiliar with the law to sophisticated consumers with million dollar businesses."
"I have known Jesse since law school. He is an experienced and dedicated attorney who works tirelessly to obtain the best results for his clients. Jesse was opposing counsel on one of my cases and I was impressed with the fact that he went toe to toe with me each step of litigation process. He is tenacious and someone I would work with again at any time."
"Jesse is an excellent attorney who serves his client's needs in an effective manner. I went to law school with Jesse and would recommend him to my friends, family and clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jesse truly cares for his clients and loves the practice of law. We are lucky to have such a lawyer in our community."
"Mr. Langel fights for people that would be generally unrepresented. I highly recommend this attorney for anyone facing a creditor in New York."
"Mr. Langel is a tireless advocate for consumers who face legal actions instigated by unscrupulous debt collectors. Mr. Langel has provided me insight, which has helped me vacate a five-figure default judgment on behalf of one of my business clients."
"I have known Jesse over ten years now and throughout that time he has been a fellow attorney that I can always call with a question regarding both his area of expertise and also general knowledge questions about life and the law. I would not hesitate to endorse Jesse to the fullest."
"I endorse this attorney. Jesse shows true passion towards protecting consumers from debt collection harassment while helping them solve their debt related issues. He is a capable litigator and provides excellent advice. Since I initially became acquainted with Jesse in 2009, I have known him to be trustworthy, ethical, and reliable."
"Jesse Langel is a top-notch lawyer. He's innovative, has a great business sense, always acts with integrity, and most importantly he gets great results. I've known Jesse since 2001, and have been consistently impressed by his abilities."
"Attorney Langel is a tireless advocate for victims of debt collector abuse. As a fellow member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates, I can vouch for his dedication to consumer rights and thorough knowledge of this area. His website is a treasure trove of good information as well. I endorse this lawyer."
"As an attorney who has known Jesse Langel for over ten years, I am happy to give my unequivocal endorsement of his services. Mr. Langel is amongst the hardest working individuals I know. His commitment to his clients and his practice is fierce. Perhaps Mr. Langel's greatest asset is his ability to take a difficulty situation for a client and maneuver him or her into a position of security and power."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Stars, SuperLawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, The Langel Firm
Associations
National Association of Consumer Attorneys
Sample of Legal Cases
Colorado Capital Investments, Inc. v. Lang
Judgement vacated and case dismissed
CACH, LLC v. Freeman
Case Dismissed!
Education
2017
New York Law School
LL.M - Master of Laws
2004
New York Law School
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2010
FastTrac Entrepreneur Business Discussion
Fighting Debt Collection Lawsuits in New York City
Publications
2014
Jesse Langel's Blog Discussing Evidence Rulings.
The Law of Evidence: By Jesse Langel
2011
Fight Bank Seizures, Wage Garnishments, and Debt Lawsuits
New York Debt Defense Blog
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am being sued for credit card debt and am broke. No job, homeless, and waiting on hearing back from disability to see if
24 Dec 2014
Q&A
Is it legal to send a demand/collection letter electronically via email
22 Dec 2014