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Your Trusted Debt Relief & Legal Defense Partner in California
The Fullman Firm is a premier consumer protection and credit defense law firm serving clients throughout California. Our experienced collection defense lawyers specialize in defending individuals and small businesses against debt collection lawsuits, judgments, wage garnishments, bank levies, and property liens. Founded by attorney Adam Fullman, a respected consumer advocate, we combine over 40 years of combined legal expertise with a commitment to helping everyday people challenge financial institutions and debt collectors. We offer affordable payment plans and flat fee rates while prioritizing compassionate, personalized representation to help clients achieve financial stability and peace of mind. 
Services
Debt Settlement
Lawsuit Defense
Wage Garnishment Stop
Bank Levy Removal
Judgment Lien Defense
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of combined experience in consumer protection law
- Specialized expertise in California debt collection defense
- Proven track record saving clients millions through case dismissals
- Transparent flat fee pricing with no hidden costs
- Personalized debt relief plans tailored to individual circumstances
Associations and certifications
- California State Bar
What people say
Case Dismissed
Professional Service
Financial Hardship Relief
Prompt Communication
Stress Reduction
Services
Debt Settlement
Our debt settlement service helps California residents reduce unsecured debts through strategic negotiations with creditors. We specialize in settling credit card debts, medical bills, and personal loans for less than owed amounts. With over 40 years of combined experience, our attorneys leverage legal expertise to achieve favorable outcomes while protecting clients from collection lawsuits. We offer transparent pricing with fees tied to actual debt reduction results.
Lawsuit Defense
We provide aggressive legal defense against debt collection lawsuits in California courts. Our team responds to complaints within statutory deadlines, challenges creditor evidence, and files motions to dismiss invalid claims. With extensive courtroom experience, we've successfully defended cases for major creditors like American Express and Capital One while protecting clients' assets from garnishments and levies.
Wage Garnishment Stop
Our firm specializes in halting wage garnishments through legal challenges and exemption claims. We help clients demonstrate financial hardship to reduce or eliminate paycheck deductions. With deep knowledge of California labor laws, we've stopped garnishments for clients facing up to 25% income seizures while negotiating long-term debt solutions.
Bank Levy Defense
We help clients release bank account levies by challenging improper court judgments and filing emergency motions. Our attorneys act quickly to prevent fund seizures, with expertise in proving lack of proper notice and demonstrating financial hardship. We've successfully removed levies that threatened clients' ability to meet basic living expenses.
Judgment Lien Removal
Our team removes judgment liens from real estate through legal challenges and settlement negotiations. We specialize in cases where clients received no lawsuit notice, with success in vacating liens from major debt buyers. Our services protect property equity and enable real estate transactions by eliminating inflated debt claims with interest.
People
Adam C. Fullman
Attorney/Founding Partner
Founding attorney with decades of consumer protection experience, specializing in debt defense and credit rights advocacy across California.
Sam Dehbozorgi
Attorney/Partner
Experienced litigator known for aggressive representation against debt collectors, with multiple case dismissals for major creditors.
Christopher J. Peters
Attorney/Partner
Consumer law specialist providing strategic debt defense solutions while maintaining exceptional client communication standards.
Joseph Montoya
Paralegal
Supports legal team with case preparation and client communication, noted for prompt and thorough document handling.
Jackie Salinas
Paralegal/Sr. Intake Specialist
Manages client intake process with expertise in assessing debt defense options and scheduling urgent legal responses.
Questions
What debt types can be settled?
We settle unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, personal loans, and payday loans through negotiated resolutions.
How do you stop wage garnishments?
We file legal challenges demonstrating financial hardship or improper notice to reduce or eliminate wage deductions.
Can old judgments be vacated?
Yes, we successfully challenge improperly served judgments and remove associated liens from property records.
Are payment plans available?
We offer flexible payment options including flat fees and financing through ClientCredit with no hidden charges.
What areas do you serve?
We exclusively serve California residents facing debt collection actions across all state jurisdictions.
How quickly can you act?
We prioritize urgent cases and typically respond to new clients within 24 hours of initial consultation requests.
