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    Facing debt collection can be overwhelming, as it often impacts both short- and long-term financial plans. A collection defense lawyer at Fitzgerald & Campbell can provide essential solutions to help you navigate these challenges. We understand the complexities of debt collection and work closely with our clients to develop strategies that protect their rights and reduce financial strain. At Fitzgerald & Campbell, we focus on offering personalized advice tailored to each client's unique circumstances. A collection defense lawyer at our firm can assist with disputing invalid claims, negotiating with creditors, and exploring options to resolve outstanding debts.

    For collection defense solutions tailored to your needs, contact Fitzgerald & Campbell at (844) 431-3851.

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    Debt Relief Success Stories
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      "Kind and helpful staff"
      Everyone I talked to was very kind and helpful.
      Elizabeth Gibson
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      "Hire this firm for debt issues"
      Hire this firm for debt issues. You will be in safe hands.
      Julie Weiss
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      "Excellent Service"
      Excellent service, kindness, and understanding.
      José Padilla
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      "Reliable Legal Team by My Side"
      Professionalism, dedication, and keen attention to detail stood out.
      Rowell Domingo
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      "I am very satisfied"
      I am very satisfied with the work they did on my case.
      Odilia Huijon
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      "Outstanding Work by Greg Fitzgerald"
      I am absolutely satisfied with the hard work and commitment my legal team put into my case.
      Vickie Thompson
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      "10/10 for Debt Lawsuit Help"
      They were there every step of the way from beginning to end. 10/10
      Tania Contreras
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      "Outstanding Support from Fitzgerald & Mendez"
      Thanks to their outstanding support, I now feel a sense of relief and freedom from stress, knowing that this matter has been resolved.
      Eva Alvarez
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      "Most pleasant person spoken to"
      Very kind and friendly. Most pleasant person I have spoken to in a long time.
      Thad Ardo
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      "Fitzgerald & Campbell: A Godsend"
      The process was easy and eliminated the stress I was under very quickly.
      charmaine mitchell
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      "IM DEBT FREE!!!"
      I'm so thankful to this team for helping me make this a reality.
      Mercy Wilde
    • L
      "Very Happy with the Results"
      I am very happy with the results.
      Lids Orabuena
    • D
      "Saved me a lot of money"
      Handled everything professionally and saved me a lot of money.
      Danny Desanto
    • K
      "Having Fitzgerald & Campbell in your corner"
      Their support was invaluable when opposing counsel tried to play hardball.
      Kyle Gresham
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      "Glad I found them"
      Definitely made the process easy, smooth, and less stressful.
      Elizabeth Juarez Sanchez
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      "Exceptional Service"
      Veronica has been extremely helpful, answered all of my questions, and was very patient.
      Tanya T.
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      "Great Team of Professionals"
      He was very pleased for the help you have provided for him. Great team of professionals.
      Johanny Domenech
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      "Profound Gratitude for Diligent Representation"
      Their expertise and determination were pivotal in the case's favorable outcome.
      camille turiano
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      "Very professional and prompt service"
      Mr. Fitzgerald and Ms. Mendez were excellent.
      Andrew Wasson
    • J
      "Great Experience and Satisfied Results"
      Great assets during the process. Highly recommend.
      Jack Cooper
    • B
      "The relief I felt was so powerful"
      Settled private loans for 25% of total debt. The relief I felt was so powerful I cried.
      Bethany Burns -Logie
    • D
      "Life changing for her."
      They negotiated incredible reductions in my daughter's Navient and Sallie Mae student loans.
      Don Paul
    • C
      "I Couldn't Be Happier"
      Their team was prompt, professional, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process.
      Chris Mound
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      "A Happy Client's Recommendation"
      She kept me informed and provided links through numerous text messages.
      cielo
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      "Outstanding Service Received"
      Your commitment to great customer service stood out.
      Jessica Lara
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      "Highly recommended."
      Great service from Veronica and the team. I’m very happy with the results.
      Ivan Dominguez
    • R
      "Even better than advertised"
      Professional even better than advertised. They help without sugarcoating the situation.
      Robert Harrison
    • S
      "100% Recommend This Law Firm"
      Patricia at Fitzgerald & Campbell was always on top of things and very responsive to all my questions.
      Speedy P
    • S
      "Nightmare Settled"
      Monica greatly helped close out these financial matters.
      Steve Scontriano
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      "Outstanding Responsiveness"
      Can't say enough great things about this firm.
      Mariam Ebrat
    Kind and helpful staff
    Everyone I personally talked to was very kind and helpful. Monica made me feel well taken care of and was easy to reach.
    Elizabeth Gibson
    Hire this firm for debt issues
    I contacted Fitzgerald & Campbell and was greeted by Fabiola Parkerson, who listened to my issue with empathy and compassion. She did some research and provided the necessary paperwork to engage the firm. From then on I was supported and relentlessly advocated by Patricia and Mr. Fitzgerald. Financial distress due to a health issue fell on opposing counsel’s deaf and dumb ears. Yet my legal team kept countering their offers until we knocked off in excess of $5,600 from my debt. Patricia, in particular, aggressively followed up on ridiculous threats of financial seizures, while keeping me calm and collected. Her innate capacity for understanding one’s plight with a sympathetic heart, a sharp mind about the law and the ability to be frank, yet compassionate is a rare combination. Mr. Fitzgerald dealt with these bottom-feeding, inept lawyers with grace, integrity and a tiger’s might to secure the results I needed. I can go on extolling the excellence of Fitzgerald & Campbell. The bottom line: hire this firm to help with debt issues. You will be in safe hands with a team that will vigorously and relentlessly represent you to your satisfaction.
    Julie Weiss
    Excellent Service
    Excellent service, kindness, and understanding. 100% recommended. Monica Mata
    José Padilla
    Reliable Legal Team by My Side
    I’d like to give a sincere shoutout to my attorney, Gregory Fitzgerald, and my case manager, Nazanin, for their exceptional work on my settlement case. From start to finish, their professionalism, dedication, and keen attention to detail stood out. Their efforts led to a resolution that worked within my budget, and they managed the process with both efficiency and care. While the official case dismissal is still pending, I’m already deeply appreciative of the consistent support and hard work they’ve put in throughout. Their excellent communication and guidance made the entire experience smooth and much less stressful. I’m truly thankful to have had such a reliable legal team by my side, thank you, Gregory and Nazanin!
    Rowell Domingo
    I am very satisfied
    I am very satisfied with the work they did on my case, with the work of attorney Gregory Fitzgerald and his assistant Morica Mata. It was very good work, with the result being in my favor. Thank you for everything.
    Odilia Huijon
    Outstanding Work by Greg Fitzgerald
    I want to recognize the outstanding work done by my attorney, Gregory Fitzgerald, and my case manager, Monica Mata. Both provided exceptional service and dedication throughout my settlement case. They achieved a resolution that fit my budget and handled everything in a timely and professional manner. I am absolutely satisfied with the hard work and commitment my legal team put into my case. Their attention to detail and strong communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
    Vickie Thompson
    10/10 for Debt Lawsuit Help
    William and Veronica were very helpful in helping me with a debt lawsuit. They answered any questions I had and always responded in a timely manner. They were there every step of the way from beginning to end. 10/10
    Tania Contreras
    Outstanding Support from Fitzgerald & Mendez
    I wish to express my gratitude to Greg Fitzgerald and Patricia Mendez for their invaluable assistance in resolving a garnishment issue that had been ongoing since last year. Last year, I found myself facing a garnishment, and although I had made some progress in paying it off by last month, I received a notice that the total amount was to be increased. In my desperation, I reached out to Mr. Fitzgerald's law firm. The same day, I received a prompt call back, guiding me through the legal process and providing me with a comprehensive overview of the situation. Patricia Mendez was assigned as my case manager, and I must say, she was exceptional. She was diligent in following up, offering feedback, and addressing any concerns I had. Thanks to their outstanding support, I now feel a sense of relief and freedom from stress, knowing that this matter has been resolved. This was my first experience seeking legal representation, and I must say, I could not have asked for better assistance than what Greg Fitzgerald and Patricia Mendez provided. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in need of legal services.
    Eva Alvarez
    Most pleasant person spoken to
    Very kind and friendly. Most pleasant person I have spoken to in a long time.
    Thad Ardo
    Fitzgerald & Campbell: A Godsend
    Fitzgerald & Campbell have been a godsend! I had no idea what to do when I contacted them about my debt. Their service has been outstanding, pleasant, and accommodating. Stanley explained what my options were and guided me through the initial process. William (my lawyer) and Veronica have been a pleasure to work with. The process was easy and eliminated the stress I was under very quickly. I will definitely contact them again! Thank you all!
    charmaine mitchell
    IM DEBT FREE!!!
    I'M DEBT FREE!!! I'm so thankful to this team for helping me make this a reality. I had hired an agency before, and they ended up stealing 10k from me! So please do yourself a favor and call Fitzgerald. A real law firm with a great team! Gregory Fitzgerald and Monica Mata understood my income level, my student loans, and credit card debt and helped me settle 60k in mostly student loans right away. They are kind, understanding, and explained everything to me. Thank you so much. I’m finally free!
    Mercy Wilde
    Very Happy with the Results
    I am very happy with the results. Thank you, Attorney Gregory Fitzgerald and Monica Mata, for prompt settlements.
    Lids Orabuena
    Saved me a lot of money
    When I contacted Fitzgerald and Campbell, I had a ton of debt. Litigation was being pushed on me, and I did not know what to do. They handled everything in such a personable and professional manner. They also saved me a lot of money. Gregory Fitzgerald did an amazing job as my attorney, and Monica Mata handled all my accounts with timely precision. I am extremely grateful for my experience :)
    Danny Desanto
    Having Fitzgerald & Campbell in your corner
    Having Fitzgerald & Campbell in your corner makes all the difference. They've successfully negotiated on my behalf twice now, and their support was invaluable when opposing counsel tried to play hardball. The team treats you like a friend, providing clear and upfront communication about costs and the entire process. Working with Nazanin was especially amazing; she maintained constant communication, keeping me informed of all updates and changes throughout. Although I hope to never need their services again, I'll definitely keep this team in my back pocket if ever necessary.
    Kyle Gresham
    Glad I found them
    If you are having issues with repayment of credit card or debt, I would definitely recommend F&C. I was lucky enough to work with William and Veronica, and they were extremely helpful in explaining the process and getting my debt settled faster than what I could have asked for. There's a reasonable flat fee which was great as well, no runaround. They worked for me quickly and were able to reduce my amount. Glad I found them. Definitely made the process easy, smooth, and most of all less stressful than me handling it on my own.
    Elizabeth Juarez Sanchez
    Exceptional Service
    Exceptional service. Veronica has been extremely helpful, answered all of my questions, and was very patient with me throughout the whole process. Would strongly recommend.
    Tanya T.
    Great Team of Professionals
    I’m posting on behalf of my husband. He used your services for a case in Tennessee. He was very pleased for the help you have provided for him. Great team of professionals. Dedicated to helping out the needy. Thanks again. Cheers.
    Johanny Domenech
    Profound Gratitude for Diligent Representation
    Here to express my profound gratitude for the firm’s diligent representation in my recent court case. Their expertise and determination were pivotal in the case's favorable outcome and their professional demeanor and dedication to my case not only provided me with security but truly went above and beyond my expectations. I am deeply appreciative of their hard work and will gladly recommend their services to others who may need legal assistance.
    camille turiano
    Very professional and prompt service
    This law firm was very professional and prompt in settling a student loan judgment that I had. Mr. Fitzgerald (my attorney) and Ms. Mendez (my case manager) were excellent. I would use their services again.
    Andrew Wasson
    Great Experience and Satisfied Results
    I had a great experience and was satisfied with the results. Gregory Fitzgerald and Monica Mata were great assets during the process. I would highly recommend.
    Jack Cooper
    The relief I felt was so powerful
    My grandmother and I hired Fitzgerald & Campbell to help with two loans totaling $120,000 in private student loan debt. My grandmother was my cosigner, and we have been fighting with Navient for over 10 years trying to find a resolution. Gregory Fitzgerald, Monica Mata, and Jenn Pedgrift all played a role in settling both of my private loans for approximately 25% of the total debt. We began negotiations with Navient in December 2023 and finalized our last matter with Mohela in March 2025. They worked with us on a payment plan that fit our budget, which was crucial to the success of our fight. The relief I felt when we reached the final agreement was so powerful I cried reading the email. The weight off our shoulders is immense, and we are full of gratitude for everyone who had a hand in settling this debt. 10/10 do recommend this firm if you are struggling with private student loans.
    Bethany Burns -Logie
    Life changing for her.
    Greg Fitzgerald and his associate Monica Mata are AWESOME!!! They negotiated INCREDIBLE reductions in my daughter's Navient and Sallie Mae student loans, which enabled her to FINALLY pay these loans off. Life changing for her. Greg & Monica explained the process and included timelines that were spot on with both Navient and Sallie Mae. They're also both very professional and wonderful to work with. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED based on my 44 years working with scores of attorneys as a commercial real estate broker. Call Greg and Monica ASAP to help with your debt burdens. You'll be glad you did!!!
    Don Paul
    I Couldn't Be Happier
    I reached out to Fitzgerald & Campbell for some legal support, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Their team was prompt, professional, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. I really appreciate how quickly and efficiently they helped me resolve my issue. I’d absolutely recommend Fitzgerald & Campbell to anyone in need of legal assistance.
    Chris Mound
    A Happy Client's Recommendation
    As a disabled American, Monica accommodated me and my situation. She kept me informed and provided links through numerous text messages, greatly complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Monica did not stop helping until the offer closed. I am a happy client and will recommend them to anyone.
    cielo
    Outstanding Service Received
    I am writing this review to know how much I appreciate the outstanding service I received during my recent interaction with Gregory Fitzgerald and Patricia Mendez. Your commitment to providing great customer service truly stood out, ensuring that all my inquiries were addressed promptly and effectively. The communication from your team was not only clear but also very professional, which made the whole experience pleasant and reassuring. I was particularly impressed by how responsive you were to my specific needs, as it demonstrated a strong dedication to customer satisfaction. They handled my case with such professionalism that I'm forever grateful :)
    Jessica Lara
    Highly recommended.
    Great service from Veronica and the all team of Fitzgerald and Campbell. I’m very happy with the results and service. Highly recommended.
    Ivan Dominguez
    Even better than advertised
    Professional even better than advertised. They make sure you understand the situation you’re in without sugarcoating it, but also letting you know they’re there to help you. I recommend if you're in financial trouble go to these guys, they will help you, an amazing team.
    Robert Harrison
    100% Recommend This Law Firm
    100% Recommend this law firm. I retained their services around January 2025 and resolved my case by the end of February of the same year. It is crazy how fast they worked. Patricia at Fitzgerald & Campbell was always on top of things and very responsive to all my questions. I definitely would be using their services again. Highly recommended them. Thank you, Gregory Fitzgerald and Patricia Mendoza, you guys rock! 👏
    Speedy P
    Nightmare Settled
    Monica greatly helped close out these financial matters that I have been dealing with. Thanks to Greg, this entire nightmare has been settled.
    Steve Scontriano
    Outstanding Responsiveness
    Can't say enough great things about this firm, specifically Monica Mata & Gregory Fitzgerald were outstanding in their responsiveness and help with my case. I was a co-signer on a loan and I needed to stop the barrage of negative credit hits as a form of harassment. They helped us alleviate a huge stress hovering over us because of a Navient / Mohela loan. Thank you for your work, kindness, and efficiency Monica & Greg!
    Mariam Ebrat
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