About Us

TSLF is a full service creditors' rights law firm with Offices in New England, New Jersey and Indiana. The firm employs seasoned attorneys, each of whom has twenty-five plus years of experience. Jeffrey A. Schreiber, founder and managing member of the law firm, carries the most prestigious designation established by Martindale Hubbell, an "AV" rating.

TSLF is also rated as an "AV" law firm. The law firm employs some of the most experienced collection professionals and certified paralegals in the collections industry. Our in-house lawyers are admitted to practice law in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, District of Columbia, and Indiana. We are licensed nationally or alternatively permitted to collect accounts nationally pursuant to attorney exemptions contained in most states.
In addition to our in-house capabilities, the firm has developed a network of affiliated collection lawyers and debt collectors whose philosophies and abilities are parallel with those of the firm. This ensures that clients receive consistent service whether our firm maintains principal or joint responsibility over any particular project. It also enables us to provide clients with a single point of contact for national coverage, thereby eliminating significant expenses and payroll costs.

Our services include, but are not limited to, collections, litigation, judgment registration, post-judgment enforcement and equitable remedies. We also have a nationally recognized bankruptcy department that represents secured lenders and unsecured creditors in consumer and commercial cases.

Since 2005 the firm has served as national collections counsel to Harrah's Entertainment, a global leader in the gaming industry.

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Affiliated Lawyers Located Coast To Coast

In 2005, TSLF, along with three other reputable, national collection law firms, was interviewed by Harrah's to propose a centralized collection and litigation strategy for the world's largest casino gaming operator. The proposals, which varied in strategy, were evaluated by Harrah's top executives, who were looking for a cost effective way to capture lost revenue, while maintaining a positive image with their clients. The other firms' proposals missed the mark because they offered a one dimensional solution. Some were too legal driven, which meant Harrah's would have to wait longer and spend more money to recover defaulted debts. Other firms were merely collection agencies operating under the guise of a law firm; offering little or no legal options to collect claims. TSLF quickly emerged as the only "all in one solution".

TSLF was chosen and began representing Harrah's in the Midwest region. Harrah's was impressed by our performance and decided to centralize its collections function and appointed TSLF as national collections counsel.

This move enabled Harrah's to have a single point of contact for complete national jurisdictional coverage. Not only was this logistically advantageous, but it allowed Harrah's to streamline its process and pare operating expenses. Presently, we represent Harrah's from coast to coast.

The firm has handled over 6,500 claims for Harrah's since December 2005. Some of the largest recoveries have settled without the necessity of litigation. Total recoveries to date exceed $13.6M.

Our affiliated lawyers are comprised of top-shelf attorneys who specialize in collections and related collection litigation. We presently have two associate law firms in each state. Should you have a favorite law firm that you use, we will include them in our network. Either way, you will experience a seamless transition.

With complete national jurisdictional coverage, TSLF stays apprised of local trends and court formalities. This is critical in the ever-changing legal environment in which we operate. Also, it helps us remain compliant with local, regional, state, and federal rules and regulations. When you use TSLF, you will benefit from the resources of a large, national law firm. Yet, you will have a client or project manager who you will always find accessible. It has always been Mr. Schreiber's rule is that client phone calls must be returned promptly and no later than the day the phone call is received.

STRATEGY

TSLF emphasizes upfront collections. We maximize pre-suit collection dollars for the following reasons:

• Greater margins for our clients
• Quicker returns
• Positive remittances for batches in infancy stages

The below graph demonstrates our results as compared to a competitor. As you can see, TSLF converts non-paying debtors to paying customers without the necessity of litigation. This particular client embraced our strategy and awarded the firm with increased market share.

LITIGATION

We examine each claim to determine whether the commencement of litigation will be cost effective to our client. Over twenty-five years, we have established criteria that would qualify cases for litigation. It is rare to find a firm that delivers exceptional front-end results, yet still offers comprehensive legal options. That's exactly what The Schreiber Law Firm, LLC does. Below is a list of some of the many remedies routinely used by TSLF:

• Filing of Small Claims, District Court and Superior Court Cases
• Foreign Judgment Registration
• Wage Garnishment
• Bank Levies
• Real Property Attachments
• Appointment of a Trustee or Receiver to Enforce Turnover Orders
• Adversarial Proceedings in Bankruptcy
• Proof of Claim filings in Bankruptcy
• Claim Filings Against an Estate in Probate Matters
• Replevins
• Motions for Relief from the Automatic Stay in Bankruptcy
• Pursuit of Fraudulent Transfers

SERVICES

Services include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Tele-collections
• State of the art call center technology maximizes "right party" contacts and delivers top returns.
• Staff wide continued education on collection rules and regulations and regular training on advanced techniques.
• Skiptracing
• Our paralegals are trained on advanced tracing techniques and afforded access to several databases compiled of public data and otherwise unlisted location information.
• Litigation
• Each of our attorneys has been handpicked to concentrate their practices in collections and related collection litigation. That is why we are business and trial lawyers.
• Whether it is a simple motion or complex litigation, we have seen it all, and we have done it all.
• Technology
• Advanced levels of technology support full automation, electronic data interchange, documents imaging, real-time status reporting, secure encrypted remote access for auditing and client specific FTP sites which allows you to view claim information and recent activity.
• Client Services
• Our system offers a wide range of reporting options at each step of the collections process. Reports can be tailored to a client's needs.
• Clients are also assigned a project/client manager for easy access. This manager is readily accessible by phone or email.
• Customized Programs
• We do not apply a "one size fits all" model. We will take the time to understand your business. Once we have developed a thorough understanding of your needs, we will implement best practices to collect your accounts and maximize your bottom line.

RATES

The collections environment is continuously changing. With increasing debtor sophistication and continued FDCPA reform, collections has become a risky and unprofitable practice for many businesses. By engaging TSLF, you will immediately create a significant revenue stream with minimal risk.

• Fees vary by engagement. No matter how simple or complex the claim, TSLF will represent you under a fair contingent fee agreement.
• Miscellaneous costs such as postage, paper products, skiptracing and certain asset and skiptracing reports are some of the expenses covered by TSLF under its contingent fee agreement.
• TSLF offers the first five hours of counterclaim defense at no cost. Each additional hour is billed at a rate not to exceed $350.00 per hour.

Filing fees and service costs are the only expenses not covered under the agreement. The following three options are available for cost and expense reimbursement:

1. Cost Account - TSLF maintains a designated cost account funded by the client. The client deposits funds in the client cost account, which TSLF uses to cover approved expenses. Once depleted, TSLF submits a full reconciliation of the account activity and requests that the account be replenished by the client.
2. Net - TSLF advances the cost and simply nets reimbursement from the monthly remittance.
3. Monthly Billing - TSLF advances costs and invoices you with 30 day payment terms.

Option one is the preferred choice amongst clients

BENEFITS

• Single Point of Contact for National Coverage
• Increase Cash Flow
• Cradle to Grave Service of all Accounts
• Improve Operations Through Increased Efficiencies
• Provide Guidance and Training to Client Personnel
• Provide Statistical Metrics to Assess Progress

TSLF understands the importance of competent legal representation. Our upfront collection capabilities, coupled with twenty-five plus years of legal experience, delivers an unparalleled "all in one solution". For over twenty-five years businesses in a variety of industries have trusted their business to TSLF.

The firm takes pride in its status within the credit community and endeavors to blend the law with modern technology and professional concerns.

Questions or inquiries should be addressed to Jeffrey A. Schreiber, Managing Member of The Schreiber Law Firm, LLC