Jesse Dennis Langel

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Jesse Dennis Langel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Debt settlement Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Debt Settlement, Debt Collection

30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jesse

Biography

New York collection defense attorney protecting consumers and guarantors from aggressive enforcement tactics. We stop bank restraints and wage garnishments, vacate default judgments, assert exemptions under Article 52, and defend debt lawsuits through strategic motion practice.

We advise guarantors evaluating their exposure under commercial lease guaranties. Services include second opinions on liability risk, guaranty language analysis, landlord compliance review, damage claim challenges, defense identification, and strategic settlement negotiation.

We defend against collection lawsuits by stopping bank restraints, halting wage garnishments, vacating default judgments, asserting statutory exemptions, and leveraging deep expertise in Article 52 practice to protect clients' assets and income.

We negotiate debt settlements from positions of strength by exploiting creditor weaknesses, asserting all available defenses and exemptions, and leveraging Article 52 expertise to secure terms that protect clients' financial futures.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Debt Collection 50%

Defending individuals and businesses against aggressive collection tactics. We unfreeze accounts, halt garnishments, vacate judgments, assert exemptions, challenge enforcement procedures, and negotiate settlements.

18 years

50%
Debt Settlement 50%

We leverage procedural defenses, exemption law expertise, and aggressive motion practice to strengthen your negotiating position and secure favorable settlement terms that minimize your financial exposure.

18 years

50%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Langel Firm

30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10005

thelangelfirm.com/

Online Presence

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Jesse Dennis Langel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

You should call this man

I was successfully employed in the finance industry for over 2 decades. In 2008, I lost the one position that left my financial life in shambles. I’d no idea how to handle it, but when the creditors began to circle like hawks with endless calls, (8+ a day) and snail-mail, It had to end. Somehow,... I’d found Jesse Langel in a Google search. I do not remember why or how I selected him, but I’d give him 11 stars if it were an option. He is attentive and communicates frequently. More importantly, Jesse Langel is successful. I will never regret contacting him. I hope you’ll be as successful as I have been. Thank you, Mr. Langel!

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

The Langel Firm - recommended

In October 2019, I found out that--in 2012--I had been taken to court by a company I'd never heard off (a debt collection entity), lost the case & now had an outstanding judgement against me accruing interest & penalties I could never pay off. As a retiree living on social security, I needed help in... a big way. I took a chance & contacted the Langel Firm & am extremely happy with the service, guidance and tangible legal help they were able to provide. They took my case (at a fee I could afford) & guided me step-by-step through the process. Both Jesse and Haydar were very helpful, took my concerns & fears seriously and were able to settle the case quickly and painlessly. I genuinely appreciate the care and attention they gave me & my case & will use their services again if the need arises. The Langel Firm reached an agreeable settlement resolution that has brought me peace-of-mind.

Posted by Maria | October 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Brilliant debt defense lawyer who will make your troubles go away!

I found Jesse and his team in May 2018, after I received a letter from collectors demanding payment on a $15,000 credit card debt they bought from my bank. I incurred this debt in the last years of grad school, while working on my PhD dissertation, with very little money coming in. Once I started wor...king full time, I tried to pay it off, then wanted to settle it. Nothing worked. With high interest rate, I couldn’t manage even minimal monthly payments. And when I learned that this debt went into collections, I was devastated. It’s frightening to fight a collections agency one on one. But everything turned around when I found the Langel Firm. I emailed them, got a prompt response from Haydar, and then spoke on the phone with Jesse. From my very first interactions with them, I realized that Jesse and the team genuinely care about you and fully understand what you are going through. And they’re willing to help you right away. Once I got off the phone with Jesse, he sent me a draft of a debt validation letter to collectors, and he didn’t charge me anything for that. Months later, when the collections agency started legal suit against me, I decided to hire Jesse, and he agreed to take the case over. I was only able to do that because he offered me a payment plan. Turning to Jesse to help me fight this scary legal suit was the best decision I’ve made. The moment I did that all my worries went away. My peace of mind was restored and I had my life back. Jesse and the team were super quick and uber professional. In a very short time Jesse filed my answer with counterclaim and combined demands to the opposing counsel. He took aggressive measures to defend me. The day I received and read these documents, I realized that everything was under control. The greatest thing about Jesse and the team is that they take the burden off your shoulders the moment they start working with you. So if you spend sleepless nights worrying about your outstanding debt, or worse, you’re being sued over it and you’re in panic, you should contact Jesse right away. Trust me, you will be relieved. This team is passionate about helping people in distress over debt, and they know what they are doing. Let me tell you another great thing about Jesse. He understands that you feel guilty about your debt. And he is not here to judge you. When you talk to Jesse, you realize he’s on your side. When you hire him, you know he’s got your back. You can rely on him to help you get out of your predicament and get your nightmares go away. He is a very nice, kind, and compassionate human. And a brilliant lawyer. I can’t say this enough. A few months after I started working with Jesse he emailed me with incredible news: the plaintiff dropped the case against me with a release! I don’t owe anything on that $15,000 anymore! I still cannot believe it. And I’m forever grateful to Jesse and the team. Remember how in the movie The Edge Anthony Hopkins’s hero says that most people lost in the wilds die of shame. They ask themselves: “How could I have gotten myself into this?" And so they sit there and do nothing. Don’t perish in the wilds of financial or legal trouble, or become a debt collectors’ prey. Call Jesse Langel so that he can show you the way out.

Posted by Kevin | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Fantastic lawyer for your debt collection issues

We all know collection agencies are vicious. They make your life miserable and adds unnecessary stress. This is why I hired Jesse to handle to a lien my parents had on their home. I initially called the collection agency to work something out. However, they were being being very pushy in getting ...my parents' banking information. I knew better than playing into their trap. I was not comfortable in paying anything until I have a letter on the agreed terms from the agency. Their timeline and reasoning were unrealistic (we can't email the letter to you, can only fax or mail it to you). Seriously, who has fax machines nowadays and it takes 24 hours to send it? The 'offer' they've proposed was only good for one week but they didn't send the letter out until 3 days after the call. By the time I got the letter in the mail, the deal was no longer valid. I was getting nowhere so I called a couple of lawyers. None of them seem too interested in taking up the case. I finally found Jesse's firm and he and Haydar were very helpful in listening to the issue. The fees were reasonable so I retained Jesse to handle this matter. Honestly, the fee was worth it over the hours I would have to spend to deal with the collection agency. As lawyers, Jesse and Haydar both deals directly with the agency's legal team, so that made the process much easier. They got the settlement reduced and the matter was settled in a few weeks. My parents was able to close on the refi and enjoy the money they're saving on the lower interest rates. After the initial phone calls, I was in communication with Jesse and Haydar via email. They were responsive and always professional with a sense of empathy. No one wants to be in debt, but life always throws curve balls at you and forces you into debt. Dealing with collection agency is the most stressful experience anyone can go through. Hire Jesse and team and let them handle the matter for you. It will be the best decision you can ever make.

Posted by Evelyn | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Amazing Lawyer

The Langel Law Firm is amazing!!!!!!. I had an outstanding debt that was going to garnish my wages. I did not know what to do. Jesse and his team could not be have been nicer. Jesse immediately went to work on my case. Not only was Jesse able to stop the garnishment, he also was able to vacate the ju...dgement. Jesse genuinely look out for my best interest. I cant thank Jesse enough for his help and lifting this weight off of me!!!!!. I highly recommend Jesse and his team!!!!!!!!!!!

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Jesse Dennis Langel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jasmine Guadalupe

Debt settlement lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Dena Operman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Erik Bashian

Debt settlement lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Frank Borgese

Consumer protection lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kris Graham

Debt settlement lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jesse truly cares for his clients and loves the practice of law. We are lucky to have such a lawyer in our community."

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DAVID PARNELL

Credit card fraud lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Langel fights for people that would be generally unrepresented. I highly recommend this attorney for anyone facing a creditor in New York."

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James Burrell

Debt collection lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Anthony Zurica

Debt settlement lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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Simon Goldenberg

Debt collection lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Orin Kurtz

Unknown lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Daniel DeLiberty

Debt collection lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Johnnie Woluewich

Debt settlement lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Randi Melnick

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jasmine Guadalupe

Consumer protection lawyer

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Frank Borgese

Consumer protection lawyer

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Kris Graham

Consumer protection lawyer

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Simon Goldenberg

Debt settlement lawyer

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Dena Operman

Litigation lawyer

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DAVID PARNELL

Debt settlement lawyer

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Robert Pinard

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Orin Kurtz

Class action lawyer

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James Burrell

Business lawyer

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Anthony Zurica

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Stars, SuperLawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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!

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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

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