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Sued by a collector? You usually have just 14–30 days to respond

Sued or hassled by a debt collector?
We'll handle the response.

We prepare your court response, validation letters, and settlement offers — and you review and approve everything before it's sent. You stay in control; we do the heavy lifting. Start with a free case review today.

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How it works

Four steps. You approve every one.

No legalese and no guesswork — we do the work, you stay in control of every document before it goes out.

1

Free case review

Tell us who's collecting, the amount, the type of debt, and whether a lawsuit has been filed. Two minutes, no commitment.

2

We map your case

We flag your response deadline, check the statute of limitations, and find your leverage — then prepare your court response and any letters for you.

3

You approve, we send

You review and sign your response and any settlement offer. Nothing goes out until you approve it — then we file and send it on your behalf.

4

Resolution in writing

Any settlement is captured in writing before you pay a cent. If you were sued, the goal is the case resolved and dismissed.

Why StopCollectors

The law gives you leverage. We make it work for you.

Most people don't realize how much leverage the FDCPA and state law give them — time-barred debt, missing documentation, collector violations. We find that leverage, build it into your response and settlement offer, and prepare everything for you to review and approve.

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  • We prepare everything — you stay in control and approve each step
  • Free case review — no cost, no obligation
  • Statute-of-limitations and documentation defenses flagged for your response
  • Know your FDCPA rights — and when a collector has crossed the line
  • Most cases resolve in writing — no courtroom required
  • Any settlement in writing before you pay a cent

Pricing

Simple and transparent.

No hourly fees. No retainers. No hidden costs.

Free case review

$0

  • Full review of your situation
  • Your response deadline, flagged
  • Where your leverage is
  • No cost, no obligation
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Done-for-you response

$499

one-time flat fee

  • We prepare your court response
  • Validation + settlement letters prepared
  • You review, approve & sign everything
  • We file & send on your behalf
  • One flat fee — no percentages, no surprises
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Money-back guarantee

$0 risk

  • If we can't help with your case, you don't pay
  • Flat fee known up front
  • You control every document
  • Nothing sent without your sign-off
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Common questions

The basics, fast.

What happens if I ignore a debt collection lawsuit?

If you don't respond by your state's deadline, the court can enter a default judgment against you — which can let the collector garnish wages, freeze bank accounts, or place liens. The single most important step is filing a response on time. We help you prepare and file that response, fast.

How are debt-collection lawsuits typically resolved?

Most consumer-debt lawsuits resolve before trial — by settlement, by dismissal when the collector can't produce documentation, or by default judgment when the consumer never responds. Responding on time moves you out of the default pile. The outcome depends on the creditor, the debt's age, the statute of limitations, the documentation the collector has, and your finances.

What if my debt is past the statute of limitations?

A debt that's past the statute of limitations is 'time-barred,' which can be a strong point in your favor. SOL periods vary by state (in California it's generally 4 years for written contracts). We help you check whether the deadline may have passed and raise it in your response if it applies.

Do I have to go to court?

Many debt cases resolve through a written response and a settlement offer without a contested hearing. We prepare those documents for you to review, approve, and file. If your case does need an in-person appearance, we'll help you understand your options — including connecting you with a licensed attorney in your state.

What is a debt validation letter?

Within 30 days of a collector's first contact, you can send a debt-validation letter that requires them to prove the debt is valid before continuing to collect. We prepare the letter for you; you approve it, and we can mail it on your behalf. It's one of the most useful tools under the FDCPA.

What if the collector broke the law?

If a collector violated the FDCPA — harassment, false threats, or suing on time-barred debt — you may be entitled to damages (up to $1,000 plus fees). We help you document the violations and understand your options, including connecting you with a licensed attorney to pursue a claim.

Sued or hassled by a debt collector? We'll handle the response.

Free case review — no obligation. We check your deadline, prepare your response and any letters, and you approve everything before it's sent. You stay in control the whole way.