Jay S. Fleischman

Jay S. Fleischman

4.8
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 30 years

Consumer protection Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Consumer Protection, Bankruptcy & Debt, Education

8605 Santa Monica Blvd #47620, Los Angeles, CA

About Jay

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Consumer Protection 50%

Student loan resolution, debt collection harassment, credit reporting errors and civil lawsuit defense.

30 years | 5,000 cases

50%
Bankruptcy and Debt 49%

I represent people in consumer bankruptcy cases (Chapter 7 and Chapter 13).

30 years | 5,000 cases

49%
Education 1%

I help people who have student loan problems.

30 years | 5,000 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Fleischman Consumer Law Center

8605 Santa Monica Blvd #47620, Los Angeles, CA, 90069

Fleischman Consumer Law Center

228 Park Av S #47620, New York, NY, 10003

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Jay S. Fleischman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

81 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 30 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Julie | May 27, 2018 | Debt Settlement

Worth every penny!

I reached out to Jay to make sure I had looked at my loans from all angles and to make sure I was doing everything I could to pay them off appropriately. I was expecting to get confirmation and not really any new ideas since I have put a lot of time into making sure I was in the correct programs. I w...as very wrong. Jay took the time on a Friday afternoon to delve into my situation and come up with an alternative method to paying back my loans that will save me thousands of dollars. My husband and I were on the call together and we were both extremely impressed with his knowledge, attention to detail, and his compassion. This was the best money we have spent this year. Thank you Jay!

Posted by Jennifer | May 21, 2018 | Debt Settlement

Financial dept

The lawyer was humane and nonjudgmental; enabling me to open up and disclose my personal information. The facts and legal implications were explained for my situation. Although I was not a candidate for his services his suggestions helped. I contacted the credit card lawyer and a payment plan interes...t free was done . I won’t have to go to court or have any judgements against me. Thank you

Jay Fleischman

Replied last May 21, 2018

Excellent news - I'm so glad I was able to help guide you in the right direction!

Posted by Liv | May 21, 2018 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Clear, simple advice.

My husband and I consulted jay for help with student loans. He laid out multiple options with pros and cons of each. He made sure all questions were answered. He was delightful to talk to as well.

Jay Fleischman

Replied last May 21, 2018

Thanks for the kind words. It was delightful to speak with you and your husband as well!

Posted by Terry | May 21, 2018 | Debt Settlement

Worth the Time and Money

I retained Jay for questions regarding my student loan. He was on time for our scheduled phone conference. At the beginning, Jay rehashed his impressions on how I got into the position I was in. That did not help. When the consultation is set up you pay for either 30 minutes, or an hour. I paid ...for 30 minutes and rehashing what I did 25 years ago, I felt wasted my time and Jay's. Once we got past this initial stage, Jay got to the meat of the issues. He is quite knowledgeable on student loan issues, and is able to communicate his advice and reasons therefor extremely well. Jay was straight forward answering my questions, even though I did not like some of the answers. You can tell he wants to help, and sometimes that requires being told things you don't want to hear. Jay gave me some very sound advice, and I am grateful for that. I would recommend any person with student loan issues to contact Jay.

Jay Fleischman

Replied last May 21, 2018

I'm glad I was able to give you the advice you needed. As to revisiting past events, I find it useful because it helps me understand the situation more completely. Without the context provided by personal history, it's more difficult to come to a resolution that fits a person's unique situation.

Posted by Javier | May 14, 2018 | Debt Settlement

Very Helpful

Jay discussed the options available to me for student loan repayment help and he gave me advice regarding certain programs I was enrolled in. Overall his advice was relly helpful

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Jay S. Fleischman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leon Bayer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Rosenzweig

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jay is an outstanding educator and has a vast knowledge of the bankruptcy law. I would highly recommend him to any one that is have a problem with debt."

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John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Brandan Davies

Debt collection lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Housh

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Nielson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Fotopoulos

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Handelman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Toolis

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniela Romero

Unknown lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is amazing! Not only is he knowledgeable in his legal expertise, and a consummate professional, he is also a great writer and legal marketing expert. As busy as he is, he is always available to answer other attorneys questions. Thanks, Jay!"

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Charles Smith

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As I started my practice 4 years ago, I started reading Attorney Fleischman's numerous internet articles about how to build a practice and give quality service to clients. I admire his high standards and practical advice to attorneys who want to give excellent service. His descriptions of how he started his New York, NY bankruptcy practice in a very competitive fishbowl convinced me I could do the same in my little town."

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Elizabeth Fairbanks-Fletcher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Other

"Extremely knowledgeable and very professional. I wholeheartedly endorse Jay!"

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Raymond Schimmel

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is smart and sharp. I have discussed legal issues on a regular basis with Jay and found his level of expertise as extraordinary. Jay is a top bankruptcy lawyer and a true client advocate"

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Edward Harness

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is one of the most knowledgable lawyers in his fields."

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Donald Petersen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jay Fleischman earns my highest endorsement. I have known Jay for approximately a decade and have benefited from exchanging ideas and techniques for protecting consumers who filed bankruptcy with Jay. Jay is also a national expert on marketing legal services and, unlike many "experts", practices what he preaches."

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Steven Brumer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fleischman is a very prominent member of the national bankrutpcy bar and a wealth of bankruptcy information. I do not hesitate to refer to him those clients who require his expertise."

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James Wilson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an outstanding bankruptcy lawyer and legal marketing expert."

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Christopher Davis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Burdge

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known of Jay, and known Jay, for over a decade. He knows the law and loves to help people. He has years of experience in Bankruptcy Law and is a frequent speaker who freely gives of his time to help others become proficient at it too. If you have a Bankrupty Law question, he is your answer. Period. He is the best."

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Daniel Winter

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Neis

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Rachel Foley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Pamela Stewart

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gary Armstrong

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Giller

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Ryan Griffin

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Mark Markus

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Margery Golant

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Eugene Melchionne

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Vos

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Baker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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L Berliner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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William Russell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edward Harness

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard West

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Peter Orville

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

1994

Cum Laude Distinction, State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

1992

Winning Team, Fasken Campbell Godfrey International Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Attorney, Fleischman Consumer Law Center

2010 - 2017

Managing Attorney, Shaev & Fleischman, LLP

1995 - 1995

Associate, Pegalis & Wachsman, P.C.

1995 - 2010

Managing Attorney, FleischmanLaw, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Association

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

Bankruptcy Law Network

Co-Founder, Member and President

2003 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

2002 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Bankruptcy Law Network

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

Torres v. Chase Bank USA, N.A. (In re Torres), 367 B.R. 478 (Bankr.S.D.N.Y.2007)

Denial of Motion to Dismiss.

McKenzie-Gilyard v. HSBC Bank Nevada, N.A. (In re McKenzie-Gilyard), 388 B.R. 474 (Bankr.E.D.N.Y. 2007)

Denial of summary judgment motion.

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Education

1994

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Binghamton Unviersity

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Student Loan Law Workshop Student Loan Law

2014

Central California Bankruptcy Institute - 28th Annual Conference Going Beyond Automatic: Enforcing the Stay and Discharge

2009

2009 Annual Convention

Litigating Discharge Violations

2008

Mortgage Lending Litigation Conference

Bankruptcy Issues And Mortgage Servicer Litigation

2008

Continuing Legal Education

Post-Bankruptcy Credit Reporting

2008

2008 Annual Conference

Post-Bankruptcy Credit Reporting

2007

2007 Annual Conference

Means Testing

Publications

1994

Buffalo Law Review Swimming the Murky Waters: The Second Circuit and Subject-Matter Jurisdiction in Copyright Infringement Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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