Sued by Cohen & Slamowitz LLP? We'll Help You Respond and Push for Less
Cohen & Slamowitz LLP is a debt collection law firm based in New York that files lawsuits on behalf of creditors and debt buyers, primarily in New York state. They are a high-volume filer and have been the subject of significant FDCPA litigation. Cohen & Slamowitz has faced allegations of sewer service (failing to properly serve defendants) and filing lawsuits with inadequate documentation.
Type
Collection Law Firm
Common Debt Types
credit card, personal loan, medical, auto
Common FDCPA Violations by Cohen & Slamowitz LLP
Sewer service — filing affidavits of service when the consumer was never actually served
Filing lawsuits in bulk with boilerplate complaints containing errors
Seeking default judgments based on improper service
Suing on behalf of clients without verifying the debt or documentation
Adding unauthorized attorney fees and costs to the claimed amount
Your Situation With Cohen & Slamowitz LLP
If Cohen & Slamowitz LLP Has Not Sued You Yet
You have more leverage. Act now — this is the best time to negotiate.
- Pre-suit negotiations typically get better settlements
- If you are within 30 days of first contact, we send a debt validation letter
- Statute of limitations may bar the debt entirely
If Cohen & Slamowitz LLP Has Already Filed a Lawsuit
Do not wait. The collector expects 70-80%, but we still push for less.
- You typically have a 30-day response deadline
- Missing the deadline can result in a default judgment
- Attorney negotiation still reduces the amount significantly
How We Handle Cohen & Slamowitz LLP Cases
- Free case review. Tell us about the debt and whether you have been sued. We check the statute of limitations, screen for FDCPA violations, and determine if debt validation applies — at no cost.
- Debt validation (if applicable). If you are within 30 days of Cohen & Slamowitz LLP's first contact, we send a debt validation letter via certified mail. This forces them to pause collection and prove the debt is valid.
- We evaluate your defenses. Common defenses against Cohen & Slamowitz LLP include statute of limitations, lack of standing, incorrect amount, and FDCPA violations.
- You approve, we send. We prepare your response and settlement offer for Cohen & Slamowitz LLP with your applicable defenses and financial circumstances built in; you review and sign, and we send it on your behalf.
- Written settlement agreement. We get everything in writing before you pay — exact amount, payment deadline, dismissal with prejudice (if sued), and full release of claims.
- FDCPA violations flagged. If Cohen & Slamowitz LLP broke the law, you may be entitled to damages — we help you document it and can connect you with a licensed attorney to pursue a claim.
Your Rights When Sued by Cohen & Slamowitz LLP
Right to demand proof they own the debt
Right to dispute the amount claimed
Right to raise statute of limitations defense
Right to damages for FDCPA violations
Sued by Cohen & Slamowitz LLP in Your State?
Frequently Asked Questions About Cohen & Slamowitz LLP
Who is Cohen & Slamowitz?
Cohen & Slamowitz LLP is a high-volume debt collection law firm based in New York that files lawsuits on behalf of creditors and debt buyers.
I was never served. Can they get a judgment?
If you were not properly served, any default judgment entered is voidable. File a motion to vacate the default judgment based on improper service. Sewer service is a well-known problem with some collection firms.
How do I respond to a Cohen & Slamowitz lawsuit?
File your Answer with the court before the deadline. In New York, you typically have 20-30 days depending on how you were served.
Can I sue Cohen & Slamowitz for improper service?
If they filed a false affidavit of service, this is a serious violation. Consult a consumer rights attorney about potential claims under the FDCPA and state law.
Reviewed by Ariella, Esq. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
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