$ 375-400 per hour
David M. Katz
also known as Dave Katz, David Katz
About David
Biography
Website:
As a small, boutique law firm, we offer our clients a more personal working relationship with flexible fee arrangements. Our firm is built on a foundation of accountability, integrity, ethics and serving the community. Our goal is to fulfill our clients’ legal requirements while conducting ourselves in the most professional manner. Please reach out to us to discuss your issues and see if we can help you.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Debt Collection
80%
24 years | 50,000 cases
Contracts and Agreements
10%
13 years
Debt Settlement
5%
17 years | 55 cases
Mediation
5%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
12%-33%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020
Licensed in New Jersey for 19 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2007
Location
Katz Law P.C.
10 S Broadway, Suite 207, Nyack, NY, 10960
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David M. Katz's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Debt Collection (10)
Lawsuits & Disputes (9)
Debt Settlement (7)
Bankruptcy & Debt (4)
Business (2)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Family (2)
Foreclosure (2)
Child Support (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Insurance (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Mediation (1)
Real Estate (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (20)
Recommendation (15)
Practice Area Knowledge (14)
Professionalism (12)
Advocacy (11)
Responsiveness (10)
Communication Style (6)
Character & Conduct (5)
Trustworthiness (5)
Compassion (3)
Cost of Services (3)
Staff & Support (2)
General Knowledge (1)
Payment Plans (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Debt Settlement
Posted by Kathryn | October 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
5 Stars
A very straightforward and easy process to get assistance with collections. Would recommend and use his services again if the need arises.
Posted by Gerald | April 28, 2020 | Debt Settlement
Debt collection
Contacted David for advice on a debt owed. Amazing person and outlook on life. Gave me advice when other lawyers hung up and told me to fend for myself. He's a very understanding person and don't hesitate to call him. Did more then I asked for. 110% recommend
Posted by TB | October 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Helped immensely with my student loans
My student loan lender was trying to sue me for having difficulty paying back my loans. Mr. Katz advised me on how to stop the legal proceedings. When I realized that I had negotiated a payment plan that was too high, I went back to him to help me renegotiate. He personally called the other side's...
Posted by Zalmen | July 28, 2015 | Debt Settlement
Great experience
I worked with David twice, one time he helped me attain a settlement 80% off the original amount. second time he was able to make 100% of the collection and judgement disappear. I highly recommend him
Posted by Brian | July 23, 2015 | Debt Settlement
Excellent Lawyer for real estate and all transactional issues
I have used David for some complicated negotiations with large finance companies. He was able to put me in a very strong position to finalize my agreements with them. I've also hired David for real estate transactional and Landlord/Tenant related issues. He has an incredible amount of knowledge re...
David M. Katz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"We needed to do some debt collection work for a client which arose out of landlord tenant matter. David Katz took care of the paperwork and service needed for the bank freeze and got the job done. Mr Katz and his team were a pleasure to work with. I would suggest this attorney to you if you need advice or assistance in debt collect law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"David does fantastic work in the area of credit repair and debt settlement. David's client-centered practice empowers individuals to fight-back, restore their credit and regain their financial freedom. I highly recommend David and his legal team!"
"I went to law school with David so I have known him for a very long time. I admire his upbeat spirit and caring attitude when it comes to representing his clients. He's a smart, talented lawyer and I endorse him whole-heartedly."
Zev Goldstein
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Allen Kolber
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Daniel Yaniv
Uncontested divorce lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.
Censured issued in NY, 2020
updated on 09/08/2021When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2013
Tom Harrow Award for Compassion, The Mankind Project
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Lead Attorney, Katz Law P.C.
2006 - 2021
Managing Attorney, Law Offices of David M. Katz, P.C.
2005 - 2005
Law Student Intern, Westchester County District Attorneys Office
2004 - 2004
Law Student Attorney, Westchester County Family Court
2004 - 2006
Legal Assistant, Nicoletti Kissel & Pesce
Associations
2019 - Present
American Collectors AssociationMember
2015 - Present
DBA InternationalAttorney Member
2013 - Present
The Mankind ProjectWeekend Coordinator
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
LVNV Funding LLC vs. Miller
Judgment vacated/Case dismissed
Education
2006
Pace University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
City University of New York, Queens College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
Cuban Legal Association
Class Actions and Mass Arbitrations
2018
Health Proxies, Living Wills, and Who Controls your Funeral?
Illness, Death and Your Body
Publications
2024
Verdict
The Consumer Debt Crisis in the U.S.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What steps should I take to address this situation with American Express?
11 Aug 2024
Q&A
What if you can't make it to small claims court?Will I go to jail?
12 Aug 2019
Q&A
Can a civil lawsuit be responded to by email?
09 Jul 2019