Gary Eric Merenstein

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Gary Eric Merenstein

5.0
16 reviews
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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 36 years

Debt settlement Lawyer at Lafayette, CO
Practice Areas: Debt Settlement, Debt Collection, Bankruptcy & Debt, Credit Repair

773 Furrow Way, Lafayette, CO

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About Gary

Biography

Persistent, innovative, diligent in pursuing consumer protection cases.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Debt Collection 40%

40%
Debt Settlement 40%

35 years | 30 cases

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

Collections agencies calling non-stop? Call me for help.

10%
Credit Repair 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 36 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Gary Merenstein, P.C.

773 Furrow Way, Lafayette, CO, 80026

garymerenstein.com

Gary Eric Merenstein's Reviews

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Posted by Julio | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Debt Attorney and Negotiator

Gary Merenstein was very professional and knowledgeable regarding my particular situation. He deals with debt attorneys and litigation on a regular basis. I appreciated the fact that he fought for me, responded to my emails and text promptly and didn't have a knee-jerk reaction to bankruptcy as an on...ly option. I would highly recommend Mr. Merenstein to anyone going through some debt troubles. He was able to reduce my debt burden by over 80% with the collections' attorney!

Posted by William | May 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gary cares about his clients!

Gary will take the time to review your information and case and give you the best advice he can on how to proceed and what to expect every step of the way. Gary knows the debt collection industry and how to deal with both the collectors themselves as well as their attorneys and adjuncts. He not only ...went out of his way to get me the best outcome possible but he tried to figure out all possible ways to make them pay ME for not following the rules and laws concerning debt collection possible. When Gary is on your side the opposing lawyers and collectors pay attention to your case more (in my experience, as I started the process pro se, representing myself, and they were unresponsive to my outreaches until I had Gary) and are more willing to negotiate a better settlement. I would highly recommend anyone that has debt collection letters, issues, or lawsuits to speak with Gary about them and he will advise you as to the best courses of action.

Posted by Daniel | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Plantiff

I consulted Gary about a legal problem. Gary accepted the case and has been diligent in handling the case. He has stayed in contact with me on a regular basis. I feel very confident Gary will succeed in resolving this case in my favor.

Posted by Andrew | February 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated, knowledgable, hardworking attorney

Gary Merenstein has represented me in a number of cases regarding fair debt collections. Gary Merenstein seems very knowledgeable in his field of consumer protection law and has been dedicated to me, his client. Gary Merenstein has had great success resolving the cases where he has represented me. ... Gary Merenstein has always treated me fairly and spent the time necessary to explain things to me that I didn't understand. I highly recommend Gary Merenstein as an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Gary Eric Merenstein

Gary has been very helpful o my case. I also learned from him. He treated me like a person,no matter my troubles.

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Gary Eric Merenstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dallas Norton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. 5 star rating with 10+ reviews."

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John Barrett

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Gary Merenstein as a fellow attorney for over 30 years. Gary dedicates his practice to handling consumer debt related issues. He is knowledgeable concerning the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and pursues cases on behalf of consumers who are subject to unlawful collection practices. He is a dedicated and forceful advocate on behalf of his clients."

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Stephen Berken

Consumer protection lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gary has been one of the leading consumer advocates in Colorado for many years. He knows what works and what doesn't. He understands the court system, juries, and when a creditor is preying on the little guy."

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Anne Gill

Debt settlement lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gary and I worked together on several matters. He is quite knowledgeable and detail oriented. Afterwards, I reffered several cleints to him. All of them were pleased with the results he obtained. He's a hard worker and committed to his clients."

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Daniel Edelman

Consumer protection lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dallas Norton

Personal injury lawyer

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John Barrett

Family lawyer

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Keith Moskowitz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Stephen Berken

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Manuel Newburger

Debt collection lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

John Marshall Award, Colorado Legal Services

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2012

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2011

Pro Bono Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2003

Boulder County Legal Services 50 probono hours award, Boulder County Legal Services

1989

Certificate of Appreciation, Boulder County Legal Services

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Owner, Gary Merenstein, Attorney at Law

1989 - 1989

Law Clerk, Law Clerk for Bradford Stone

1989 - 1989

Law Review Member, Stetson College Of Law

1988 - 1988

Law Clerk, The Law Offices of James Essenson

1987 - 1987

Law Clerk, Mason & Associates

Associations

1995 - Present

National Association for Consumer Advocates

Member

1989 - Present

Boulder County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2012

National Legal Aid and Defender Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Flood v. Mercantile Adjustment Bureau, LLC

prevailed

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Education

1990

University of Florida

LLM in taxation

1989

Stetson College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2000

Pro Bono Training for Consumer and Landlord/Tenant Law

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

1998

Collection Law in Colorado

How Not to Collect a Judgment

Publications

2010

The Colorado Lawyer Colorado Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services and Least-Restrictive Environment

2000

CLE in Colorado, Inc. Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

1998

Lorman Education Services publication How Not to Collect a Judgment

1989

Stetson Law Review Authors’ Moral Rights in The United States and The Berne Convention

Languages

English

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