Marcus & Zelman, LLC
A Consumer Rights Law Firm
About Marcus & Zelman, LLC
Practice Areas
Key Attorneys & Partners
Ari Marcus
Founding Partner
Yitzchak Zelman
Founding Partner
Joseph Kanee
Attorney
Lori Lynn Clifton
Attorney
Kevin Crick
Attorney
Shani Marcus
Attorney
Dexter Ryan Suarez
Attorney
Heather Missry
Attorney
Awards & Recognition
Consumer Law Professional Membership
Consumer Rights Advocacy Membership
5-Star Client Satisfaction Recognition
Client Reviews
7 reviews"I am very happy with the work done by Yitzchak Zelman on my legal case. As an international, I was unfamiliar with the legal process and unsure how to resolve a mixed credit file that contained information belonging to another person with similar details to mine. I tried multiple times on my own to correct the errors but I was unable to get the incorrect information removed from my credit report. I found Marcus & Zelman LLC through a Google search and reached out to them with my situation. They took a genuine interest in my case and helped me build a strong legal claim against the credit bureaus and other companies that were falsely reporting incorrect information on my file. The firm demanded accountability, secured a settlement for the trouble I went through and ensured that my credit information was corrected. My credit issues have now been resolved and I received a satisfactory settlement from the agencies involved. I am very glad I found their firm and would highly recommend them to anyone dealing with similar issues."
"I cannot recommend Mr. Zelman highly enough. From our first consultation, it was clear that he possessed a deep understanding of civil litigation .He was strategic, thorough, and kept me informed at every stage of the process. Ultimately, we achieved a fantastic result that exceeded my expectations. If you want someone who will fight for your interests with integrity, look no further.""
"We are leaving Marcus and Zelman 5 STARS if we could give more we would. Mr Zelman was outstanding in representing us in our illegal car repossessions case. He fought for us and got us our money deserved. Whenever we had a question we would call and within a couple hours we would receive a call back he flew down here from New Jersey to attend our court dates he was very patient and understanding with us. I would definitely recommend him he knows what he’s doing and is outstanding. Thank you Mr Zelman Julie and I appreciate you and our so grateful you took our case!!!!!"
"I have to say, Zellman is unlike almost any attorney I’ve dealt with in the past. Before going to him, I was speaking to another attorney referred to me by a friend, and it was always difficult to reach that attorney. Zellman, on the other hand, was there from the very start he even called me back on his cell phone on a Saturday. That impressed me right away. He has a deep knowledge of repo law, and honestly, the other guy seemed like an amateur in comparison. I immediately hired Zellman, and trust me, I’m glad I did. If you’re dealing with a repossession case, you need someone who won’t let the banks or their agents get away with violating the law and that’s exactly what Zellman does. We couldn’t have asked for a better resolution to our case, and it didn’t take years of waiting. Within about a year, everything was resolved favorably. Professional, diligent, and highly responsive Zellman is the attorney you want on your side. Don’t waste your time anywhere else."
"I’m extremely grateful for Mr. Zelman and the way he handled my lawsuit. The process was smooth and handled swiftly, and his professionalism and expertise made a stressful situation much easier to deal with. He communicated clearly and delivered exactly what he promised. Highly recommend."
"10/10 and HIGHLY recommend. Mr. Zelman and his team exceeded all expectations and I am very satisfied with the outcome of my case. Great communication and direction every step of the way."
"Yitzchak Zelman, Esq. and team exceeded expectations with my case. Mr Zelman was very kind and professional throughout the whole process. He and his team explained in detail what and what not to expect and how long it would take. I am very grateful for taking and handling my case from beginning to end. Thank you"
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Consumer protection laws, both federally and on a state level, are a means to protect consumers from fraudulent or unfair business practices, defective goods and services, and ensure individuals have adequate protections from major institutions. Consumer protection legal work can cover everything from product warranties, banking and credit, the purchasing of a car, or almost any other consumer interaction we participate in on a daily basis. Generally speaking, consumer litigation relies on the law as a way for individuals to fight back against abusive business practices and assure them compensation for the harm they have suffered.
As a consumer protection firm, we are always ready to assess if you may have a legal claim for a business’s practices. However, litigation is not the only route at your disposal. If your concern relates to the financial sector, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is a federal agency that deals with consumer complaints and offers resources on unfair business practices. (https://www.consumerfinance.gov/). More broadly, the Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Consumer Protection also offers various resources for consumers to report unfair practices and to educate them about their rights under the law (https://www.ftc.gov/about-ftc/bureaus-offices/bureau-consumer-protection). As well, your specific state may similarly have its own consumer protection agency which can assist you in addressing any consumer complaint.
Often, consumer protection lawyers are familiar with clients who may not have the means to stand up against a major corporation in litigation. This is why many firms, including Marcus Zelman, may choose to proceed with a client on a “contingency fee” basis. A “contingency fee” is a form of payment to a lawyer for their legal services. In contrast to a fixed hourly fee, in a contingent fee arrangement lawyers receive a percentage of the monetary amount that their client receives when they win or settle the case. This means that, generally, the lawyer only receives compensation if the lawyer has successfully represented the client. Contingency fee agreements have the effect of: (1) improving access for indigent clients by enabling people who could not otherwise afford counsel to assert their claims; (2) providing incentive for attorneys to seek client success; and (3) enabling clients to shift risk of losing to the lawyer. All contingency fee agreements with Marcus Zelman will explain the nature of how the payment will be calculated, what you can expect out of your recovery, and any other concerns you may have about covering the costs of bringing your lawsuit.
A class-action lawsuit is a civil lawsuit brought on behalf of a group of people or business entities who have suffered common injuries as a result of the defendants’ conduct, with at least one individual or entity acting as a representative of that group. While the issues of a class action can vary, the issues in dispute are common to all class members. Class actions can be brought in state or federal court. One advantage of class actions is that many individual cases do not have enough damages to justify the time and expense to bring the cases separately. As an example, a bank might be charging illegal fees of $20 to $100 dollars to millions of customers. Because the damages are so small, it simply wouldn’t be worth the time and expense for a lawyer to bring a $100 lawsuit for each and every customer. One class-action case claiming several hundred million dollars on behalf of millions of clients is worth the time of the class members. One recovery also means all the victims get a fair distribution of the damages. A class action can also be a favorable approach by consumer plaintiffs in that it can afford them much greater bargaining power against a large corporation than they would otherwise have as an individual claim.
That question is at the forefront of what we at Marcus Zelman do. Our team of experienced attorneys can help consult with you and assess whether you may have a viable claim for the harm you may have suffered. With a wide arrange of practice areas and factual scenarios, we afford our clients a FREE consultation in order to assess their situation before entering into a formal client-lawyer relationship. This gives you the chance to speak to our team before deciding whether to choose us or proceed any further with your claim.
It’s hard to be concrete here. First off, bringing a lawsuit does not necessarily mean it will get to a judge or a jury. In reality, roughly 97% of civil lawsuits are resolved before going to trial. This is because many parties like to settle before trial, as this determines the outcome and doesn’t leave the decision to the courts. If the parties begin discussing resolution early on and ultimately reach an agreement, then the subsequent settlement of the case ends the matter. If negotiations are swift, then it could begin and end within a few weeks or months. However, settlement discussions can begin at any time, whether at the outset of the case or at a much later date and continue on through various phases of litigation. Trial dates are typically set for 12 months after the suit is filed, and various factors can lead to extensions of that date. Some cases can even take multiple years. Needless to say, there are many factors that can play into how long it may take to litigate your case.
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