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I’m a student loan lawyer and bankruptcy attorney in St Louis MO (see here). I help people with student loans stop stressing about how they're going to pay their loans. I educate them. I give them a plan. And I'm always there for them. Just one phone call away.
Helping folks with their student loans is my life's work.
Student Loan Forgiveness + Cancellation
I review borrowers student loans to see if they qualify for various student loan forgiveness and cancelation options. For example, I check to see if they qualify for:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Income-Driven-Repayment forgiveness
- Loan Repayment Assistance Programs
- Profession based forgiveness (teachers, medical professionals, etc.)
- State-based forgiveness programs
I also review if their loans can be canceled because they are totally and permanently disabled, or they attended a school that's now closed or if they left school and didn't get a refund.
In short, I'm going to do all that I can to try and get your loans eliminated. (Read more here.)
Student Loan Repayment Plans
I also help people lower their monthly payment on both their federal and private student loans. With me, you're guaranteed to get the lowest monthly payment possible on your federal student loans. And with your private loans, I promise I'm going to fight to get you a payment you can afford.
Student Loan Settlement
Another thing I do for people is help them settle their federal and private student loans. Admittedly, with federal student loans settlements are rare. They're hard to come by. And when you can get them, the borrower usually has to come up with a lump sum settlement that's equal to his principal.
Not a good deal at all.
But with private student loans, the story is different.
Good settlements can be hand. I've had some clients settle their private loans for .25 cents on the dollar. Most though end up settling between .40 and .65 cents on the dollar.
I'm super proud to say that in the past year, I've made a difference in my clients lives. After I settled their debt, they no longer stressed about how they were going to pay back all those thousands of dollars. They could now focus on enjoying life and becoming the best version of themselves.
My commitment to clients
But for clients, I wouldn't have the life that I have. I'm so thankful for that. To think, I'm just a kid from the south side of Chicago. Now I'm out here helping people deal with this nation's biggest financial problem.
This life is amazing. I truly appreciate the opportunity my clients give me. They hire me to help. They trust me to do my job well. I respect them for that. And I'm committed to doing just that.
My process
The first thing that will happen is that you'll contact me and explain your problem. I'll listen intently because every case is unique. I'll also ask a bunch of questions to make sure I understand exactly what's going on.
During that call, I'll tell you whether or not I can help you and how much I'm going to charge you. Usually, that cost will come in the form of a flat fee, which can be paid in one lump sum or via a payment plan. (If you choose the payment plan, the cost goes up slightly.)
If we agree on the price and the scope of the work you want me to provide, we'll schedule an appointment. That meeting can take place in person, over the phone, or with Skype. I'm flexible.
Most times, I'll be able to solve your student loan issue during that phone call. If that's not the case with you, I'll let you know how long I think the process will take. I'll give you my personal number so you can reach me directly to find out what's going with your case.
Look, here's what you need to know:
I got your back.
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13 years | 100 cases
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745 Old Frontenac Square, Suite 202, Frontenac, MO, 63131
32 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jodi | August 19, 2023 | Debt Settlement
Excellent, Honest, Intelligent Attorney Tate
Making an appointment to speak with Attorney Tate was the best decision I ever made! Don't hesitate. I enjoyed following him through the student loan cancellation journey. His knowledge and willingness to share with us was exemplary. I followed his advice, from consolidating loans to filling out form...
Posted by Blake | November 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Overrated
Stanley failed to inform his clients of the Oct 31, 2022 deadline to consolidate loans because he misread government documents. Some of us are now unable to apply for Biden’s debt forgiveness. On some calls with Stanley there is background excruciatingly painful background noise. There have been drop...
I informed all of my clients directly about the Halloween deadline to qualify for the PSLF Waiver. I've also sent out a weekly newsletter for the past year, informing all subscribers about the date. The Department of Education joined me in my effort as well. They sent out several emails, tweets, and letters to millions of borrowers, letting them know the deadline was approaching. Student loan servicers all did the same. It's unfortunate that you or some other person haven't yet applied for Biden's debt forgiveness, which is a totally different program BTW. But there's still time to do that. The deadline for that program doesn't end until next December. Betsy and her team at the Institute of Student Loan Advisors are great. I hope you find success with them.
Posted by Marion | March 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Finally! A solution for Student Load Debt!
Frankly, I was finding it impossible to maintain my home and family while paying student loans. I came across Tate law while searching the internet for help. After checking further and finding the firm to be legitimate, I scheduled an appointment. I found Stanley Tate to be professional, personable,...
Posted by Ryan | November 30, 2021 | Debt Settlement
Helped me understand the TEPSLF Program
I had a 15-minute phone conversation with Mr. Tate to confirm my understanding of the new TEPSLF (Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness) program) and in less than 10 minutes he had me fully understanding my eligibility and the steps needed to apply. Such a wealth of understanding and an...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2021
Confusing
One of the strangest consult phone calls I’ve ever had. It was very loud in the background when he called, he spoke as if I was an inconvenience despite the call having been scheduled 2 weeks out, and at one point in the 8 minutes we talked, he demanded to know if I had $30k in cash at that moment......
Thank you for your feedback. I’m not certain what background noise you were mentioning. It was probably my two puppies tussling. This whole work from home thing occasionally has its bumps. Had I’d been aware that background noises were interrupting the call, I would have adjusted. As far as the questions I ask during an introductory call, allow me to say this generally. Until I know the borrower’s express goal in scheduling a call with me, I have to go through a list of questions to suss out (a) what their goal is; and (b) what options they have to achieve that goal. Any questions I ask are towards those two things. I apologize if you felt as if I demanded to know anything from you. I hope you get the help you’re seeking for your situation.
"Stanley is one of the smartest and kindest lawyers you will get to meet in your life. He's a pleasure to work with and he genuinely cares about his clients. And there are not many lawyers in the country who are as thorough and expert in their understanding of student loan law."
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
2014 - Present
Attorney, Tate esq llc
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
JD - Juris Doctor
English