Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Consumer Rights Advocates
Feferman & Warren is a leading consumer rights law firm dedicated to protecting individuals from fraudulent business practices. With over two decades of experience, our attorneys specialize in litigating cases against car dealers, predatory lenders, debt collectors, and credit reporting agencies. Our practice focuses on state and federal lawsuits, including class actions that have recovered millions for consumers nationwide. We provide free consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring accessibility to justice for all. Our team has secured landmark verdicts, including multi-million-dollar awards against abusive debt collectors and deceptive auto dealers.Recognized for our expertise, we have shaped national precedents in motor vehicle sales fraud and credit reporting litigation. Our attorneys combine extensive trial experience with a commitment to community advocacy, serving clients across New Mexico while handling cases with interstate connections. We maintain offices in Albuquerque and collaborate with legal professionals to advance consumer protection standards.
Services
Car Dealer Fraud
Debt Collection Defense
Predatory Lending
Credit Reporting
Consumer Litigation
Class Action Cases
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in consumer law litigation
- Our attorneys have secured $10M+ verdicts against abusive businesses
- We work on contingency - no payment unless we win
- Recognized by National Consumer Law Centers with Vern Countryman Award
- We handle complex class action cases with nationwide impact
Associations and certifications
- National Consumer Law Centers
Services
Car Dealer Fraud
We represent consumers victimized by deceptive car dealership practices including odometer tampering, title fraud, and false vehicle representations. Our firm has secured significant verdicts against major dealerships for selling previously wrecked vehicles and misrepresenting car conditions. We help clients recover damages for financial losses and emotional distress caused by automotive sales fraud.
Debt Collection Defense
Our attorneys defend clients against harassing debt collection practices including illegal lawsuits and threats. We specialize in cases involving abusive collection tactics and have won landmark verdicts against national collection agencies. We help consumers stop harassment and recover damages for violations of federal and state debt collection laws.
Predatory Lending
We handle cases against payday lenders and other predatory financial institutions that engage in exploitative lending practices. Our firm has recovered millions for consumers through class action lawsuits against lenders charging excessive interest rates and making unlawful loans. We assist clients with loan disputes and illegal debt collection issues.
Credit Reporting
We assist consumers in challenging inaccurate credit reporting by major credit bureaus. Our firm has set legal precedents regarding credit reporting agencies' responsibilities in handling consumer disputes. We help clients correct false information and seek damages for financial harm caused by erroneous credit reports.
Consumer Litigation
We provide comprehensive consumer protection services including class action litigation against businesses violating consumer rights. Our attorneys handle diverse cases from mobile home fraud to robocall violations. We represent clients in both individual and class action lawsuits to recover damages and stop illegal business practices.
People
Richard N. Feferman
Founding Attorney
Recipient of the National Consumer Law Centers Vern Countryman Award, Richard has pioneered consumer protection law in New Mexico for over 40 years. He built the firm's reputation through landmark cases against automotive fraud and credit reporting abuses.
Susan Warren
Attorney
Experienced consumer rights advocate with multiple million-dollar verdicts against predatory businesses. Specializes in complex litigation involving automotive fraud and financial services violations. Recognized for her work in the 2023 Reliable Chevrolet fraud case.
Nicholas Mattison
Partner
2020 NCLC Rising Star Award recipient with notable victories against payday lenders and debt collectors. Serves as New Mexico State Chair for the National Association of Consumer Advocates. Won a $10 million verdict against an abusive debt collection agency.
Questions
What types of consumer cases do you handle?
We handle car dealer fraud, predatory lending, debt collection harassment, credit reporting errors, and other consumer rights violations. Our practice includes both individual and class action lawsuits.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on contingency fees - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Initial consultations are always free and we cover all litigation costs.
Can you help with out-of-state cases?
We primarily serve New Mexico but accept cases from other states that have connections to New Mexico. Our attorneys are licensed to practice in federal courts nationwide.
What is your success record?
Our firm has recovered over $30 million for consumers through verdicts and settlements, including a $10 million award against a debt collector and $7.3 million against a payday lender.
How do I start a case?
Contact us via phone or our online intake form to schedule a free consultation. We'll review your case details and explain your legal options during the initial meeting.
