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Stacy Bardo's law practice is dedicated exclusively to the protection of consumer rights. Ms. Bardo litigates cases involving unlawful debt collection practices, consumer fraud, predatory lending, automobile fraud, wrongful repossessions, mortgage foreclosures, credit reporting disputes, identity theft, and electronic fund transfer issues, and has successfully defeated several binding mandatory arbitration clauses. She has been appointed class counsel in numerous national and statewide class actions certified in Illinois, New York, California, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington and is licensed to practice in the State of Illinois, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern District of Illinois, the Eastern District of Wisconsin, and the Northern District of Indiana, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
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203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2100, Chicago, IL, 60601
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Posted by Mark | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I have worked with several attorneys over the years on various things and I have never had an experience this good. If you need a lawyer that cares and really does work for your best interests.... Hire Stacy Bardo. And the best part is she wins! It was a fantastic experience, she was prepared and co...
Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I was very impressed with Ms. Bardo's professionalism. She provided sound advice and skillful navigation through the court. She genuinely cares about her clients. Her wise guidance resulted in a successful conclusion. She is truly a credit to her profession!
Posted by Nicholas | March 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Stacy was beyond amazing to work with, she carefully understood my problem and was quick to act on the issue. Beyond thankful for the resolution she was able to provide for me!
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Stacey Bardo helped me get rid of a collection on my credit report which was the result of my identity being stolen. I hired Stacy in 2022 and totally forgot about leaving a review, better late than never. My identity was stolen in 2020 and in 2021 the collection showed up on my credit report. The ...
Posted by RIchard | November 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Stacy helped me resolve an identity theft issue that had a negative impact on my credit and needed a lawsuit to resolve. Throughout the entire process, Stacy was knowledgable, professional, and action-oriented. Her insight on the legal process and financial and credit laws were indispensable in a...
"Stacy Bardo is a national recognized consumer protection lawyer. She is a leader and a trend-setter, and I am very pleased to endorse her work."
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1999
Best Oralist, Best Brief, First Place Team, Thomas Tang National Moot Court Competition
2015 - Present
Founder, Bardo Law, P.C.
2000 - 2015
Partner, Consumer Advocacy Center, P.C.
2015 - Present
Chicago Bar Association, Consumer Law CommitteeLegislative Liaison
2007 - Present
CARPLSMember, Professionals Board
2001 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2015 - 2017
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesCo-Chair, Board of Directors
2014 - 2015
CARPLSSecretary, Associate Board
2013 - 2014
CARPLSVice President, Associate Board
2012 - 2018
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesBoard of Directors
2005 - 2008
Chicago Bar Association, Consumer Law CommitteePast Vice Chair
Case settled - defeated motion for judgment on the pleadings
Settled - defeated two motions to dismiss
Class Action Settlement
Class Action Settlement
Class Action Settlement
Prevailed on motion to dismiss - settled
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BS - Bachelor of Science
2020
2020
Litigating Truth in Lending Act Claims
2019
Consumer Advocates Speak
2018
2018
2017
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act - Tips and Updates
2016
2016
2015
2015
Ethics Panel
2014
Debt Collectors’ Defensive Strategies
2014
How to Successfully Manage a New Consumer Law Practice … and Rookie Mistakes to Watch Out For
2013
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act - Common Debt Collector Defenses
2013
Roundtable Panel Participant - Collection Law Update
2013
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
2013
Mortgage Foreclosure Law and Practice Update
2012
Errors to Avoid in FDCPA Practice and Litigation
2010
Auto Repossessions - How to Defend and Attack
English