Francis Mailman Soumilas, P.C.

Francis Mailman Soumilas, P.C. is a nationally recognized consumer protection firm with over 27 years of experience representing individuals in FCRA violations, debt collection harassment, identity theft, and related claims across the country. The firm has secured hundreds of millions in verdicts and settlements, handles cases through fee-shifting laws at no cost to clients, and works with dedicated attorney and paralegal teams on individual and class action matters.

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Francis Mailman Soumilas, P.C. is a nationally recognized consumer protection law firm based in Philadelphia with over 27 years of experience defending individuals against violations of their consumer rights. The firm has built its reputation on securing substantial verdicts and settlements in the hundreds of millions of dollars, with a particular track record in fair credit reporting cases. With offices in Philadelphia, San Francisco, New York, and Chicago, the firm represents consumers across the country in both individual lawsuits and class actions.

The firm's practice focuses on the core areas of consumer protection law. Francis Mailman Soumilas handles cases involving credit report errors and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) violations, background check errors, identity theft, debt collection harassment under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), and apartment or housing disputes. The firm also accepts referrals involving privacy invasions and technology or fintech litigation, as well as unfair practices claims and insurance bad faith matters. Clients benefit from representation under favorable federal and state statutes including the FCRA, FDCPA, Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and various Unfair and Deceptive Practices Acts.

A defining aspect of Francis Mailman Soumilas's approach is its fee structure: cases are handled through fee-shifting laws and class actions, meaning clients incur no out-of-pocket costs if the firm takes their case. This arrangement allows the firm to pursue meaningful consumer claims without placing financial burden on the individuals it represents.

When clients engage Francis Mailman Soumilas, they work with a dedicated team consisting of at least one experienced attorney and one paralegal, with many cases involving multiple attorneys and paralegals collaborating on their behalf. The firm's lawyers have been recognized as SuperLawyers and listed among Top 100 Attorneys nationwide. Beyond individual recoveries, the firm takes pride in achieving groundbreaking practice changes that reshape how financial institutions and businesses operate, advancing consumer advocacy across the industry. The firm's commitment to consumer justice has earned recognition from legal aid organizations, consumer advocacy groups, and media outlets.

Francis Mailman Soumilas welcomes attorney referrals from across the country and offers co-counsel opportunities on class action cases. The firm provides free, confidential case reviews and can be reached at 1-877-735-8600 or through its website to discuss whether a potential claim exists.

Overview compiled from the firm's website