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Gary Eric Merenstein
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Have You Been Contacted By A Debt Collector?
If so, you may have the right to recover money from collection agencies or lawyers who have contacted you concerning your debts
Many debt collectors routinely violate the provisions of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. This is a Federal Law which gives you certain rights and prohibits certain methods of attempting to collect debts.
If the Act has been violated, you may have the right to recover money damages.
Mr. Merenstein is the 2021-2022 Recipient of the annual John Marshall Award given by the Colorado Legal Services Program to attorneys in Colorado for their dedication in providing legal services to Low Income and Senior Clients.
Persistent, innovative, diligent in pursuing consumer protection cases.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Debt Collection
40%
Debt Settlement
40%
36 years | 30 cases
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
Credit Repair
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2018
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 36 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Gary Merenstein, P.C.
(303) 666-8293
Fax
773 Furrow Way, Lafayette, CO, 80026
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Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2008 | Consumer Protection
Consumer rights attorney
"If you want something done, ask a busy person" certainly applies to Gary. He truly cares about consumer rights and always communicates with clients about the status of their cases. I have placed my trust in him and he has always been courteous, honest, reliable, professional, sincere, and extreme...
Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2008 | Debt Collection
Joseph A. Kane
Gary has personally helped me out on a number of debt collection matters. He is a very good person and easy to talk to. He has done a remarkable job for me in each and every case. There are NOT many consumer advocate attorneys out there. I feel that Gary is one of the best in Colorado, particular...
Gary Eric Merenstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. 5 star rating with 10+ reviews."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Dallas Norton
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John Barrett
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Keith Moskowitz
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Stephen Berken
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Manuel Newburger
Debt collection lawyer
Experience
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 AdvocatesMember
1989 - Present
Boulder County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2012
National Legal Aid and Defender AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Flood v. Mercantile Adjustment Bureau, LLC
prevailed
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
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens to your unpaid debt when you pass away?
04 Mar 2018
Q&A
What happens years after an ignored credit card lawsuit?
23 Feb 2018
Q&A
Hi, I received in the mail an Order: to Set Aside Judgement and Enter Stipulation and it was granted. what does this mean ?
28 Feb 2018