Robert S. Gitmeid

About Law Offices Of Robert S Gitmeid & Assoc PLLC About Law Offices Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates PLLC The Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates is a New York City-based consumer advocacy law firm. Our firm is committed to providing clients with first-rate representation when they face challenges from creditors. Our firm uses innovative legal theories and strategies that are at forefront of consumer law to give our clients the advantage they need when dealing with large and aggressive creditors. Together with our clients, together we tackle their legal challenges, solve the complex consumer law issues, and improve their quality of life. Robert S. Gitmeid Firm Robert S. Gitmeid has always been a consumer lawyer. Mr. Gitmeid serves as both the Managing Member of the firm and its General Counsel. Mr. Gitmeid has been admitted to the practice of law in New York State, New Jersey, Florida and in the United States Federal Courts of the Southern District of New York and the Eastern District of New York. The reputation of our firm among clients is not something we inherited from previous generations. The Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Assoc. PLLC earned the trust of consumers by overcoming the challenges posed to them by creditors. Mr. Gitmeid is a pragmatic lawyer who practices law with compassion and results in mind. Mr. Gitmeid has been married for over 20 years and graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Law Offices Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates: Practice Areas Debt Negotiation In the current uncertain economic climate, we understand how easy it can be to fall into debt, and the stress and struggle of getting out. Many clients who seek our counsel are pleasantly surprised when they learn there are other options for debt relief than bankruptcy. One alternative to bankruptcy for many consumers is to simply work with creditors to reduce debts to amounts that you can afford. Bankruptcy It is important to make an informed decision when filing for bankruptcy. The decision to file for bankruptcy should be based on a well-informed and informed guidance. The Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates PLLC educates you on the benefits of bankruptcy and the negative aspects of it. They also explain how bankruptcy will impact your finances compared to other debt relief alternatives. Fair Debt Collection Defense The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal statute enacted by Congress in 1978 to protect consumers from debt collectors who engage in abusive, deceptive and unfair debt collection practices. The FDCPA was enacted because debt collectors use collection tactics designed to cause emotional distress to consumers. This includes invading privacy, damaging reputations and intimidating them to take actions that they may not be legally required to take. Expungement (New Jersey Clients ONLY) With a good reputation, there are no limits to what you can achieve. A criminal record is only used to restrict and close doors. Criminal record checks are now a standard part of virtually all professional licenses and employment applications, as well as university admissions, firearm permits, adoptions etc. New Jersey law allows you to redeem your reputation. A successful expungement allows you to legally state that you have a clear criminal record. Civil Litigation Defense The Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Assoc. PLLC, is a full-service consumer advocacy law firm. It provides legal defense for clients being sued by creditors. Our firm will assign an experienced attorney to your case who will vigorously defend your legal rights and give you the attention you deserve. Our attorneys have a thorough understanding of the many complexities involved in collecting lawsuits. To collect a debt, your creditor must provide proof that the contract is valid and existing. In a lawsuit, the burden of proof falls on your creditor. As a consumer you can raise any defense that is legitimate, including requiring the creditor to prove their debt. It may be possible for a creditor to have their case dismissed if they are unable to prove the debt.