Stacy Michelle Bardo

Stacy Michelle Bardo

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Consumer protection Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Consumer Protection, Class Action, Debt Collection

203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2100, Chicago, IL

About Stacy

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Consumer Protection 65%

I file suits for consumers who have been the victims of unlawful debt collection practices, consumer fraud, predatory lending, automobile fraud, wrongful repossessions, problematic mortgage foreclosures, incorrect credit reporting, and identity theft.

26 years

65%
Class Action 25%

I represent consumers in class action litigation against debt collectors, mortgage lenders/servicers, credit reporting bureaus and furnishers of credit information, and other businesses committing unfair or deceptive practices. Often times, my individual client is not the only person to suffer the same wrong so a class action is the appropriate mechanism for relief. I have served as class counsel in actions certified in Illinois, New York, California, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington.

26 years

25%
Debt Collection 10%

I assist consumers who are being contacted by debt collectors to know their rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Illinois Collection Agency Act.

26 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 25 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2000

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

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Location

Bardo Law, P.C.

203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2100, Chicago, IL, 60601

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Stacy Michelle Bardo's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tayonon | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

I highly recommend Stacy Bardo!!!

I hired Stacy in late 2017 and have continued to work with her in to 2018. I needed help to organize and make sense of my past due medical debts and other debts affecting my credit. I am a business owner and not knowing how to handle my past debts was holding me back. I carried a lot of shame and ups...et feelings over dealing all my debts. Stacy's kind, knowledgeable, and straight forward approach has totally empowered me to face my debts, and at the same time be fully informed about what my rights are as a consumer. Stacy will tell you the truth and fights for your rights! The two words that best describe Stacy and my experience with her are CONFIDENCE and REASSURANCE! Working with Stacy has been one of the best decisions to invest in myself in my life!

Posted by Alissa | July 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

AMAZING ATTORNEY

I was referred to Stacy to assist me with a debt collection suit that stems from 11 yrs ago. I initially reached out to Stacy, not knowing much about her, and by the end of our 1st conversation I knew I was in the best hands possible. From the start, Stacy has exceeded every expectation I've had. Sh...e is brilliant, thorough and incredibly personable and has a way of always helping me stay positive and confident. Stacy jumped in to my case head first, asking nothing from me other than my trust in her....how many attorneys can you say THAT about??? She continually gives 110% to me and my case and keeps me so incredibly well informed every step of the way. Stacy calls, texts and emails to make sure I am in the loop with where we are going and to provide all possible updates and outcomes. She has taken charge and represents herself in such a professional manner making me feel very well taken care of. Stacy has a keen eye and is detail oriented....she doesn't miss a thing! Professionally, I am beyond impressed with her- personally, I’ll say the same! She has a kind heart and a tender soul- I just feel blessed to have her on my side. I cant say enough about how my husband and I have been treated by her! She is a beautiful person inside and out and an AMAZING ATTORNEY!

Posted by Andy | January 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

A client focused, Knowledgeable and Brilliant Attorney

I was in need of an Attorney to help me attempt to vacate a default judgment from Chase Bank, USA N.A due to the July 2015 CFPB-Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consent Order that Chase agreed to making the judgment void. The judgment was stopping me from being able to obtain a mortgage to buy a ...home for my family. Considering that the judgment was past the 2 year limit usually allowed by Illinois law for this type of motion, and the case was from a Cook County court, I was told by numerous legal firms that my chances of success were very slim, and any attempt would likely not be successful. Due to this, I was not able to find a law firm to help me until I was referred to the Bardo Law firm. The Attorney Stacy Bardo took the time to listen to my situation, and proposed a brilliant legal strategy, and filed a Motion to Vacate the Judgment. Based on this strategy, and her determination, Ms. Bardo was successful with having the judgment vacated, allowing me to move forward with my home buying plans. I am grateful that I was able to have Ms. Bardo assist me, and that she had the legal experience, and knowledge to get the job done. I highly recommend the Bardo Law firm, and Attorney Stacy Bardo for any Consumer Protection, Class Action and robo-signing challenges that you face. When other lawyers say no, think Bardo!

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Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

1999

Best Oralist, Best Brief, First Place Team, Thomas Tang National Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founder, Bardo Law, P.C.

2000 - 2015

Partner, Consumer Advocacy Center, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Association, Consumer Law Committee

Legislative Liaison

2007 - Present

CARPLS

Member, Professionals Board

2001 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

2015 - 2017

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Co-Chair, Board of Directors

2014 - 2015

CARPLS

Secretary, Associate Board

2013 - 2014

CARPLS

Vice President, Associate Board

2012 - 2018

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Board of Directors

2005 - 2008

Chicago Bar Association, Consumer Law Committee

Past Vice Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Bahr v. State Collection Service, No. 18 C 2910, 2018 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 185807 (N.D. Ill. Oct. 30, 2018)

Case settled - defeated motion for judgment on the pleadings

Jones v. Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., No. 17-cv-2986, 2018 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 73475 (N.D. Ill. May 1, 2018)

Settled - defeated two motions to dismiss

Funderburk v. Wirbicki Law Group, et al., No. 13-cv-4848 (N.D. Illinois)

Class Action Settlement

Jonsson v. USCB, No. 13-cv-08166 (C.D. California)

Class Action Settlement

Brinkley v. Zwicker & Associates, P.C., No. 13-cv-1555 (N.D. Ill.)

Class Action Settlement

Boyd v. U.S. Bank, N.A. as Trustee, et al., No. 10-cv-3367 (N.D. Ill.)

Prevailed on motion to dismiss - settled

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Education

2000

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Northwestern University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2020

Representing the Pro Bono Client: Consumer Law Basics 2020 Overview of State and Federal Restraints on Debt Collection

2020

National Association of Consumer Advocates Spring Training Conference

Litigating Truth in Lending Act Claims

2019

24th Annual Consumer Financial Services Institute (2019)

Consumer Advocates Speak

2018

23rd Annual Consumer Financial Services Institute What’s Trending Now: Cutting Edge Consumer Financial Services Updates

2017

Consumer Law Committee - CBA

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act - Tips and Updates

2016

Surviving and Thriving: Tips from Legal, Health, & Self-Defense Professionals Being Your Own Consumer Advocate – Credit, Collection & Auto Tips

2016

NCLC FDCPA Conference Advanced and Intro Track Seminars

2015

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Conference

Ethics Panel

2014

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Conference

Debt Collectors’ Defensive Strategies

2014

Consumer Rights Litigation Conference

How to Successfully Manage a New Consumer Law Practice … and Rookie Mistakes to Watch Out For

2013

National Consumer Law Center Conference

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act - Common Debt Collector Defenses

2013

Illinois Creditors Bar Association Fall Seminar

Roundtable Panel Participant - Collection Law Update

2013

CLE Volunteer Training

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

2013

Chicago Bar Association, Consumer Law Committee

Mortgage Foreclosure Law and Practice Update

2012

21st Annual Consumer Rights Litigation Conference

Errors to Avoid in FDCPA Practice and Litigation

2010

NACA Autofraud Conference

Auto Repossessions - How to Defend and Attack

Languages

English

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