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Daniel Adam Schlanger
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Consumer financial protection attorney fighting for your rights.

"I have had the immense good fortune to be able to make my living doing something I am passionate about:  helping consumers who have been treated unfairly or victimized by overly aggressive tactics."

Attorney Dan Schlanger is a dedicated advocate for consumers who have fallen victim to identity theft, credit reporting inaccuracies, bank fraud, credit card fraud, predatory lending, and other financial abuses.


Dan graduated cum laude from Harvard Law School in 2004. After clerking for the Hon. R. Lanier Anderson, III of the U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit, he went straight to work in the consumer protection arena. For more than 12 years, he has litigated individual and class action claims under consumer protection statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), the Electronic Funds Transfer Act (EFTA) and others.


In 2013, Dan received the New York State Bar Association President’s Award for Individual Pro Bono Work (9th Judicial District), and the Jim Gardner Business Ethics Award from the Rotary Club of White Plains. He was named to the Super Lawyers New York Metro Rising Stars list in four consecutive years and selected to Super Lawyers in 2018. He has also served on various NACA committees, and currently sits on that organization’s issues/amicus committee and education committee.

 

Practice areas

Consumer protectionCredit card fraudIdentity theft
  1. Identity theft: 50%

    We represent victims of identity theft and other credit reporting inaccuracies, pursuing both deletion of fraudulent or erroneous accounts and monetary damages under state and federal consumer protection statutes.

  2. Credit card fraud: 25%

    We regularly represent consumers in cases involving identity theft and other forms of unauthorized use.

    13 years, 100 cases

  3. Consumer protection: 25%

    We bring class actions and individual cases on behalf of consumers who are victims of collection abuse, identity theft, credit reporting inaccuracies, auto fraud, predatory lending and other unfair and deceptive practices.

    13 years, 100 cases

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Contact

9 East 40th Street
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Schlanger Law Group LLP

9 East 40th Street
Suite 1300
New York, NY, 10016

Office (212) 500-6114

Website

http://www.consumerprotection.net

Schlanger Law Group, LLP

153 Main Street
Suite 300
New Paltz, NY, 12561

Office (212) 500-6114

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
OHInactive200710/19/2018
NYCurrently registered 200607/11/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
New York Metro Rising StarsSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
New York Metro Rising StarsSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
President's Pro Bono Service AwardNew York State Bar Association2013
New York Metro Rising StarsSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
Jim Gardner Business Ethics AwardRotary Club of White Plains, New York2013
Dean's Award For Community ServiceHarvard Law School2004
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Partner, Head of Consumer Protection PracticeKakalec & Schlanger, LLP2007 - Present
Staff AttorneyLegal Aid Society Of Cleveland Downtown Office2006 - 2007
Law Cerk to the Hon. R. Lanier Anderson, IIIUnited States Court Of Appeals, 11th Circuit2004 - 2005
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember, Issues/Amicus Committee2015 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember, Education Committee2014 - 2016
New York City Bar Association, Consumer Affairs CommitteeMember2013 - 2015
Westchester County Bar AssociationCo-chair, Pro-Bono Committee2011 - 2014
New York City Bar AssociationMember, Civil Courts Committee2011 - 2013
New York City Bar AssociationMember, Professional Responsibility Committee2009 - 2010
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
New York State Bar Association Section NewsletterAssisting the Consumer Debtor, Part II: Defenses to Consumer Credit Claims2010
New York State Bar Association Section NewsletterAssisting The Consumer Debtor, Part III: Improper Service2010
New York State Bar Association: One on One (Quarterly of the General Practice Section)Assisting The Consumer Debtor: Becoming Aware Of Potential Affirmative Claims2009
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Harvard University Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor2004
Carleton CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1994
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Lawline CLE WebinarUsing the Truth in Lending Act to Challenge Predatory Auto Lending2017
Lawline CLE WebinarProsecuting FDCPA Actions Against High Volume Collection Firms2016
NACA Webinar SeriesThe Holder Rule and Beyond: Finance Company Liability in Auto Fraud Litigation2015
CLARO Training EventDefending Consumer Collection Lawsuits2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Shepherd v. Cohen & Slamowitz, 668 F.Supp.2d 579 (SDNY 2009).Court awards consumer $10,000, plus attorney's and costs of $68,262
In re Porsche Cars North America, Inc., Plastic Coolant Tubes Products Liability Litigation, 11-MD-2233Court approved class-wide settlement
Moy v. Eltman, Eltman & Cooper, P.C., 12-cv-02382 (E.D.N.Y.)Class wide settlement (settlement reached prior to any decision on the merits of Plaintiff's allegations or Defendants' defenses)
Coble, et al. v. Cohen & Slamowitz, et al, 11-cv-01037 (S.D.N.Y.)Class wide settlement
U.S. Bank v. Pia, 106 A.D. 3d 991 (2d Dept. 2013); 2014 N.Y. Misc. Lexis 3841 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 2014)Appellate court upheld consumer's right to rescind loan, bank subsequently held in contempt. Case settled.

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Very helpful, effective,

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Daniel Schlanger helped me contest exorbitant payment demands by a company that had bought my private student loan debt. He was very efficient and successful in bringing to attention flaws in this company's paperwork and history of aggressive/predatory practices. I also really appreciated Mr. Schlanger's manner--he was a nice person to work with.
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A True Consumer Protector

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Attorney Dan Schlanger epitomized the understanding that an attorney must know his area of law to help clients. His legal knowledge and professional skill coupled with his tenacity were the means to winning my case. This attorney has truly persevered through all challenging legalities of consumer fraud concerning my case with a major auto dealership. Dan maintained excellent communication throughout the entire process with me, from one on one negotiations with the dealership to filing necessary court papers in order to litigate the matter. He communicated with me realistic expectations as the case progressed. Daniel Schlanger was exceptional! Although I never want to be in a fraudulent situation again, I would not hesitate to acquire his assistance in the future. I would recommend Schlanger and Schlanger, LLP to fight for my rights as a consumer because he has a bull’s eye comprehension of consumer protection law.
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Attorney endorsements

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David Fryman, Litigation Attorney on Jan 31, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I worked for Dan Schlanger out of law school. He's an excellent lawyer who puts his heart and soul into each and every case he handles. Several years later, Dan is still my go-to person for consumer protection questions and I recommend him to my own clients.

Evan Rothfarb, Consumer protection Attorney on Sep 8, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Dan is a first-rate consumer protection lawyer. I worked with Dan on several matters and found him to be incredibly knowledgeable on a wide range on consumer protection issues, ranging from the FDCPA and New York Unfair Competition Law to the Lemon Law. Dan is very efficient, responsive to his clients and has a healthy respect for his clients, the judiciary and even his adversaries. Dan is an excellent consumer protection litigator who will provide valuable insight and guidance in any matter within his ambit.

Peter Lane, Lemon law Attorney on Sep 6, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Dan is the definition of a zealous advocate for consumers. He is a smart and aggressive litigator winning important decisions at the trial and appellate levels to expand and improve consumer protections. I highly endorse him.

Adam Singer, Credit repair Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Daniel is a bona fide warrior for consumer justice. Having worked on several cases with Daniel, his clients are the fortunate ones who have found an attorney who combines virtually unmatched legal training and experience in consumer litigation together with the passion for justice that every client deserves. Daniel typically knows the law better than opposing counsel (and even the Court) and handles all affairs with the utmost attention to ethics and genuine concern for his clients' welfare. I recommend Daniel without hesitation.

David Kasell, Consumer protection Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Dan for a number of years now. He is a well-respected and very experienced Consumer Protection attorney. He is a forceful and effective advocate for his clients.

Anthony Pietrafesa, Debt settlement Attorney on Sep 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I know Dan and his work. He is smart, dedicated, and deserves respect for his craft.

Ronald Burdge, Lemon law Attorney on Jun 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Dan has done some excellent work in fraud cases for consumers who were victimized by deception and fraudulent sales practices. He knows NY law and cares about making sure his clients understand their rights. And most important of all to me, as an attorney, is that he likes winning and hates losing. A lawyer who knows the law, answers your questions straight, and who hates losing - that is exactly what you need on your side when you need a lawyer. I highly recommend him to you.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$450-$500/hour
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    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.30%-33%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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