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  • Review from Nathan F

    1 star

    02/04/2025

    Never got garnishment papers before they had the sheriffs office wipe out my saving and checking account. Bad time for me cause I got laid off from my job and haven’t got my severance yet

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    02/12/2025

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced. Gurstel followed the applicable laws required when issuing the garnishment. We ask the consumer to please contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** if they have any further issues or concerns.
  • Review from Matt D

    1 star

    01/20/2025

    Do not trust this company, their employees will contradict one another in hopes they can fleece you for a higher agreed amount via aggressive tactics and intimidation. They will serve you for less than $1500 and sending court associates with guns on their hips who prefer to knock hard and aggressively on your door as if they were the ATF. I highly suggest anyone dealing with them seeks legal counsel as they do not practice in good ethics or faith. Please Google their reviews if you don't believe me along with their yelp. Surprisingly they're still practicing. Everyone do not believe anything they tell you without seeking legal counsel first. I implor you do that.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    01/27/2025

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. Gurstel records indicate that consumer has agreed to a settlement. We ask the consumer to please contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** if he has any further issues or concerns.
  • Review from Alexis J

    1 star

    12/23/2024

    Gurstel Law Firm believes they do not have to follow the law and has now, on multiple occasions, gone against Minnesota Statutes. Most recently, Gurstel sent me garnishment papers to which I responded with garnishment exemption information for current and active income-based assistance. In accordance with Minnesota Statute 571.72 ALL wages are currently protected. Despite this information, Gurstel went ahead and filled a garnishment summons on an agency I am currently contracted under as a 1099 employee, which they had already been made aware of. I received no communication regarding any of this information until I called the Gurstel office and spoke with a very lovely lady who stated my assistance garnishment exemption forms had been DENIED on review (against MN Statute 571.72) but could not tell me why, as she had all necessary information in front of her including my County and case number. She attempted to reach an attorney to clarify this information and was unable to. I have emailed multiple times with no responses and was told on the phone they do not provide emailed information as they need voice recordings. This company hopes people know nothing about laws and statutes, especially related to the MN Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. I will continue to push back until I receive fair answers, in writing, and additional fees they're adding as they continue to send unnecessary documents to agencies who may not have access to my financial information or happenings.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    12/30/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. Gurstel received consumers correspondence. However, it did not include proof of the exemption. Gurstel has since verified the exemption with the ************************************** and a release was sent to consumer and their employer. Gurstel did not receive any funds from the garnishment. Gurstel has received a settlement offer from Consumer which the client will accept. We encourage consumer to contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** to discuss the settlement.
  • Review from David M

    1 star

    11/07/2024

    Gurstel law firm has no moral and no ethics . They file case hoping you don’t show up. They also send fake affidavits that looks like a court judgement hoping you don’t notice and pay . These people are criminals and show be audited and investigated . Keep all documents and record all the calls and everything else . Maybe even take them to ethics committee and sue them for all their violations. They have no business having any license period

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    11/12/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of your concerns. We wish you to know that Gurstel takes every complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience you have experienced while working with Gurstel. We were unable to locate an account under your name and zip code in our system. As such, we are unable to respond to your concerns in this response. Please contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** or you can also email ******************************* to further assist you.
  • Review from Dylan S

    1 star

    11/06/2024

    Agents do not know what they are talking about. Was told 2 completely different things by different people. When questioned about this the 2nd person just wanted to "patch me through" to the person who apparently told me wrong. The law is the law, there's no changing it from person to person. This isn't the type of business you can have clueless, lazy idiots at the helm of if you want it to flow smoothly. Also just about the biggest pieces of garbage on the planet. I went through a pretty bad gambling addiction so it is my fault overall. However, every single other company (7 others) all worked with me and reduced the total. These are the only guys to actually sue me over such a petty amount of money. NEVER work with FNBO as they seem to partner directly with these guys. With the way the credit system is setup now-a-days it seems like this was a scheme they created together. Scamming and preying on young Americans at its finest. And when they can't afford it or want a reduced amount due to hardship? SUED!!!!!

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    11/14/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. Gurstel appreciates the consumer contacting us to resolve the matter. Gurstel records do not indicate there was a discussion about the account prior to the suit being filed with the court. We ask the consumer to please contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** if they have any further issues or concerns.
  • Review from Racquel Y

    1 star

    10/20/2024

    I am livid, I woke up this morning to find that my bank account has a levy on it for over $2,000 i was never notified of a court date, I do not know the validity of this alleged debt. I have tried to reach out and to no avail. I am absolutely not going to let them get away with this. I will be filing a lawsuit against them.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    10/30/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. Gurstel encourages the consumer to reach out to a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** to assist with any questions or concerns.
  • Review from Eric B

    1 star

    09/29/2024

    Debt company that lunges for your throat. No contact made or their numbers and emails how up as known spam. Soon as no contact is made, they go straight to the courts to weasel and strong arm payments from hard working, struggling families. No surprise they are not accredited and have a review of 1.13. This review will likely do nothing to tarnish their trashy business-scape but hopefully help people decide not to let this company handle their debt. Trying now to get a better company to take over the debt now. Wish me luck.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    10/07/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. The client approved a Release of Garnishment in the best interest of customer service and the desire to resolve the Account outside of garnishment proceedings. Gurstel will reach out to the consumer. We encourage the consumer to contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** or via email at ******************************* to further discuss the arrangement on the matter if he has not heard from an Account Representative.
  • Review from Catherine R

    1 star

    09/26/2024

    I just called Gurstel Law firm in Golden Valley, Minnesota to inquire about making a settlement offer. Chris answered the phone and refused to give me their email address unless I gave him the last 4 of my SS#. When I asked to speak to a supervisor to get my question about email answered, he hung up on me. Good move Gurstel. Employ rude, unhelpful people in your attempt to collect money from people.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    10/02/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of your concerns. We wish you to know that Gurstel takes every complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience you have experienced while working with Gurstel. We were unable to locate an account under your name and zip code in our system. As such, we are unable to respond to your concerns in this response. Please contact a Gurstel Account Representative at ************** or you can also email ******************************* to further assist you.
  • Review from Doug T

    1 star

    08/14/2024

    Shady, will try to collect fraudulent debt, then they find a rubber stamp judge to pay off. Zero ethics.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    08/23/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. Gurstel will be mailing the consumer the written verification of the debt. Gurstel encourages the consumer to contact a Gurstel Account Representative once he receives the correspondence at ************** if he would like to discuss an amicable resolution.
  • Review from John S

    1 star

    08/14/2024

    These sacks of Richards NEVER got back to me, or tried to work with me on trying to make payments after judgment was made. Plenty of times I called, and nothing but voicemails and nobody to call you back. They DO NOT care about any struggles you will have. I might very well be homeless thanks to these garnishments with two kids. Explained everything I’m paying for, and still don’t care. Pieces of absolute ****. Thankfully I know where your office is… Maybe I’ll just pay a visit and see if anyone is there to answer.

    Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. Response

    08/23/2024

    Thank you for notifying Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (Gurstel) of the consumers concerns. We wish the consumer to know that Gurstel takes every consumer complaint seriously and we strive to resolve each complaint as quickly as possible. We look forward to the opportunity to work directly with the consumer to resolve the consumers concerns. Among Gurstels core values are Do Right and Maintain Integrity. Gurstels Code of Conduct provides that each of our employees must treat consumers with dignity and respect, follow all rules and laws, and give each consumer a good experience working with Gurstel, on behalf of our client. We apologize for any inconvenience this consumer has experienced while working with Gurstel. Gurstel reached out to consumer to see about an arrangement in lieu of the garnishment. Consumer has requested that Gurstel no longer call him. Gurstel has placed a cease and desist in our system of record. Gurstel will only communicate with the consumer when required by law. Gurstel encourages the consumer to reach out to us at ************** if he has any further questions or concerns.

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