If you received a call from (888) 312-8600, (973) 753-5100, or (973) 753-5353, you were contacted by Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP, formerly known as Pressler and Pressler, a New Jersey debt collection law firm operating since 1930.
The firm files lawsuits on behalf of creditors and has been the subject of a 2016 CFPB Consent Order for filing cases without proper documentation and making false allegations in court filings. If their tactics have crossed legal lines, call The Wood Firm PLLC at +1-844-638-1122 for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.
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Key Takeaways: Pressler and Pressler
- Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP (formerly Pressler and Pressler) is a debt collection law firm at 7 Entin Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054, operating since 1930
- The CFPB issued a Consent Order against the firm in 2016 for filing lawsuits without proper documentation and making false allegations against consumers in court filings
- The firm has been involved in over 360 federal cases related to debt collection practices, including class actions alleging use of improper “notices to admit” to create false admissions
- As a law firm, they can and do file lawsuits. If served with papers, you have a limited window to respond. Ignoring them produces a default judgment
- You have 30 days from first contact to demand written debt validation. All collection activity must pause until they comply
- FDCPA violations entitle you to up to $1,000 per lawsuit plus actual damages and attorney fees paid by Pressler if we win
- Call The Wood Firm PLLC free: +1-844-638-1122
What Numbers Does Pressler and Pressler Call From?
Pressler and Pressler Phone Numbers
- (888) 312-8600 – most commonly reported
- (973) 753-5100 – main office line
- (973) 753-5353 – alternate office line
They may use additional numbers. Document every call: date, time, number, and what was said.
If you searched one of those numbers and landed here, the caller is Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP, a debt collection law firm that operates the payment portal at paypressler.com. They collect on behalf of credit card issuers, banks, and retail creditors primarily in New Jersey and New York. Being contacted by a law firm rather than a collection agency means the account may be closer to litigation than a standard collection call.
Who Is Pressler and Pressler?
Pressler and Pressler is the common name for Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP, a debt collection law firm headquartered at 7 Entin Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054, phone (973) 753-5100. The firm has operated since 1930 and focuses on representing creditors in retail debt collection matters in New Jersey and New York.
Unlike a standard collection agency, Pressler is a law firm that files lawsuits as part of its standard collection process. That means receiving a letter or call from them carries a higher likelihood of actual court action than most collection contacts. They have filed tens of thousands of debt collection suits in New Jersey courts and have been involved in over 360 federal cases.
Note the name change: the firm was formerly Pressler & Pressler, LLP, and now operates as Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP. The payment portal paypressler.com and the phone number (888) 312-8600 are both associated with this entity. You can verify the specific company contacting you against our list of collection agencies.
Should You Pay Pressler and Pressler?
Before paying anything through paypressler.com or by phone, take three steps first.
Verify the debt is yours, and the amount is accurate. Pressler collects debts purchased from or assigned by original creditors. Records on sold accounts frequently contain errors: wrong amounts, accounts belonging to someone with a similar name, debts already paid, or balances inflated with unauthorized fees. The 2016 CFPB Consent Order found the firm had filed suits based on unverified and inaccurate documentation. See our guide on how to request debt validation.
Check whether the statute of limitations has run. If the debt is old, it may be time-barred in your state, meaning they cannot successfully sue you to collect it. Making a payment on a time-barred debt can restart the limitations clock. See our FAQ on zombie debt and time-barred obligations before you respond.
Do not ignore a lawsuit. If Pressler has filed suit and you have been served with court papers, paying via their portal does not automatically resolve the case. Respond to the lawsuit in writing within the deadline on the summons. Ignoring it produces a default judgment that allows wage garnishment and bank levies without further court action.
📞 Is Pressler and Pressler Harassing You?
Federal law protects you from illegal debt collection, even from law firms. You may be entitled to:
- Up to $1,000 per FDCPA violation per lawsuit
- Actual damages for emotional distress and financial harm
- Attorney fees paid by Pressler if we win
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Pressler and Pressler Lawsuits and CFPB Action
Pressler’s legal history is one of the most documented of any collection law firm in the country. These cases reveal specific tactics worth recognizing if you are currently dealing with them.
CFPB Consent Order (2016). The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau found that Pressler and Pressler filed collection lawsuits based on unverified, inaccurate information and made false allegations against consumers in court filings. The Consent Order required the firm to change its lawsuit filing practices and submit to CFPB oversight. This is the most significant enforcement action against the firm and establishes a documented pattern of filing suits without adequate documentation.
Khavasova v. Pressler & Pressler, LLP (2017). A class action alleging the firm used improper “notices to admit” to trick consumers into deemed admissions on disputed debts, violating the FDCPA. The case targeted a specific litigation tactic designed to create default-style outcomes without consumers’ understanding what they were agreeing to.
Earlier federal cases. Bock v. Pressler and Pressler, LLP (2014) and Cooper v. Pressler & Pressler, LLP (2012) both alleged FDCPA violations. Cooper also raised Fair Credit Reporting Act and New Jersey state law claims. Williams v. Pressler and Pressler, LLP (2013) and Calton v. Pressler & Pressler, LLP (2011) added to a consistent pattern of consumer litigation against the firm spanning more than a decade.
If Pressler is pursuing you with tactics that feel procedurally aggressive, the history above is why. The CFPB Consent Order, in particular, established that the firm’s standard operating practices included filing suits based on inadequate documentation.
What Pressler and Pressler Cannot Legally Do?
Being a law firm does not exempt Pressler from the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Attorneys who regularly collect debts are covered in full.
Calls and hours. No calls before 8:00 AM or after 9:00 PM in your time zone. CFPB rules presume harassment when a collector calls more than seven times in seven days about the same debt. Once you inform them your employer prohibits personal calls, any workplace call is a violation. See our FAQ on collection agency calls to your job.
False representations. They cannot misrepresent the amount you owe, threaten lawsuits they do not intend to file, or threaten consequences, such as arrest or immediate garnishment, that require a court process they have not yet completed.
Third-party contact. They cannot discuss your debt with family members, neighbors, or coworkers. Contact with third parties is limited to locating you and cannot disclose a debt exists. Our FAQ on when a debt collector can contact your family covers the narrow permitted exceptions.
Litigation abuse. Filing a lawsuit based on unverified or false documentation, as described in the 2016 CFPB Consent Order, can constitute an FDCPA violation independent of the underlying debt. If Pressler has filed suit against you and the documentation they produced is inaccurate or insufficient, that is both a defense and a potential counterclaim.
How to Respond to Pressler and Pressler
- Document every contact. Date, time, number, caller name, exact language used. Save all voicemails. If any call comes before 8:00 AM or after 9:00 PM, note the exact time. This is your evidence.
- Send a written debt validation request within 30 days of first contact. Certified mail to 7 Entin Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Demand the amount owed, original creditor’s name, and documentation of their authority to collect. All collection activity must pause until they respond adequately.
- If served with a lawsuit, respond in writing by the deadline. In New Jersey, you typically have 35 days from service to file an answer. Do not ignore it. Defenses may include the statute of limitations, improper documentation, lack of proper service, and any FDCPA violations as counterclaims.
- Send a cease-and-desist if you want calls to stop. After receipt, Pressler may only contact you to confirm cessation or notify you of specific legal action. Know what to say and not say before sending it.
- Contact The Wood Firm PLLC. If violations have occurred, call +1-844-638-1122 for a free review before the 30-day validation window closes.
Why The Wood Firm PLLC for Pressler Cases
The Wood Firm PLLC has focused exclusively on consumer protection since 2010 and has never represented a creditor or debt collector. We handle FDCPA, FCRA, and TCPA cases on contingency. You pay nothing up front. If we win, Pressler pays our fees. Contact stops within 48 hours of our legal notice. Learn more about how we work for you.
About Attorney Jeff Wood
Attorney Jeff Wood founded The Wood Firm PLLC in 2010 and has over 15 years of experience representing consumers in federal court against debt collectors. Licensed in Arkansas and admitted to practice in all federal courts in Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas, as well as the Southern District of Indiana, Eastern District of Michigan, Eastern District of Missouri, Western District of Tennessee, and Western District of Wisconsin. He focuses exclusively on FDCPA, FCRA, and TCPA violations and has never represented a creditor. The firm maintains Of Counsel relationships with attorneys in more than 15 states. Learn more about the firm.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pressler and Pressler
Who is behind the number (888) 312-8600?
That number belongs to Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP, formerly Pressler and Pressler, a debt collection law firm at 7 Entin Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054. They collect on behalf of banks and retail creditors primarily in New Jersey and New York. The same firm operates the payment portal paypressler.com.
Is Pressler and Pressler a law firm or a collection agency?
Both. Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP is a law firm that functions as a debt collector. Attorneys who regularly collect debts are fully covered by the FDCPA. Their status as a law firm does not grant them any additional collection rights or exempt them from the law’s prohibitions.
Can Pressler and Pressler sue me?
Yes. Filing lawsuits is central to how Pressler operates. If you receive court papers, respond in writing by the deadline listed on the summons. In New Jersey, you typically have 35 days. Ignoring the lawsuit produces a default judgment giving them authority to garnish wages and levy bank accounts. See our FAQ on whether a collection agency can sue you.
What was the CFPB action against Pressler and Pressler?
In 2016 the CFPB issued a Consent Order finding that Pressler filed collection lawsuits based on unverified, inaccurate information and made false allegations against consumers in court filings. The order required changes to the firm’s lawsuit filing practices. If Pressler sued you and the documentation they rely on is inaccurate or insufficient, that may be both a defense and a counterclaim.
Should I pay through paypressler.com?
Not before verifying the debt. Send a written validation request first. If you have been served with a lawsuit, paying through the portal may not resolve the case. Respond to the lawsuit in writing by the deadline regardless of whether you intend to pay. If the debt may be time-barred, consult an attorney before any payment, as paying can restart the statute of limitations clock.
Can I sue Pressler and Pressler for harassment?
Yes. FDCPA violations, including calls outside permitted hours, false representations, third-party disclosure, improper notices to admit, and lawsuits filed without adequate documentation, can each support a federal claim. You may recover up to $1,000 per lawsuit in statutory damages plus actual damages and attorney fees paid by Pressler. The Wood Firm PLLC handles these cases on contingency with no upfront cost.
How long do I have to sue Pressler and Pressler?
One year from the date of the violation. Document every violation immediately and contact an attorney promptly. Waiting forfeits your right to compensation even when the violations are clear and documented.
Pressler and Pressler Contact Information
Pressler, Felt & Warshaw, LLP is located at 7 Entin Rd, Parsippany, NJ 07054-5020. Main office: (973) 753-5100. Alternate: (973) 753-5353. Consumer payment line: (888) 312-8600. Payment portal: paypressler.com. Send all formal correspondence, including debt validation requests and cease-and-desist letters, by certified mail with return receipt to the Parsippany address.
If Pressler and Pressler has been calling you, threatening legal action, or filing suit based on documentation that does not match what you know to be accurate, those are actionable issues. The Wood Firm PLLC has focused exclusively on consumer protection since 2010, holds an A+ BBB rating, and has never represented a collector. Contact us online or call +1-844-638-1122 for a free case review. If you have a claim, Pressler pays our fees, not you.
