Forster & Garbus LLP
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Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Credit card debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-FORSTER-GARBUS-LLP Forster & Garbus LLP
260 DC complaints · rank #308/656 · 97.2% timely
- DC 260
- RANK #308/656
- TIMELY 97.2%
- RELIEF 2.5%
- DISPUTE 23.7%
- STATES 15
- ISSUE Took or threatened to take…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO Elevate Recoveries, LLC
Volume peers
Photo peer: Elevate Recoveries, LLC (260)
Forster & Garbus LLP's 260 debt-collection complaints sit next to Elevate Recoveries, LLC (260) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Forster & Garbus LLP →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 14 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for Forster & Garbus LLP
Forster & Garbus LLP sits at #308 of 656 debt collectors in this extract by debt-collection complaint volume (53rd percentile), the same ordering shown on /collectors. Forster & Garbus LLP has 260 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 91.2% of the 285 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 15 states and territories, making this a multi-state collection operation as measured by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Credit card debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. The specific issue named most is "Took or threatened to take negative or legal action," a reasonable starting point for understanding recurring friction with this collector.
Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 97.2% of forwarded complaints. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. 2.5% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. The response was formally disputed in 23.7% of resolved cases, indicating how frequently the initial fix fell short.
Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.
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Nationwide collectors with similar complaint volume or dispute rates
Two CFPB peer sets for Forster & Garbus LLP: nearest debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume and by the share of complaints consumers mark as disputed. These are cross-firm neighborhoods, not the volume strip on the forwarding receipt above.
Similar complaint volume
Nearest collectors by debt-collection complaint count (260 here).
Similar dispute rates
Nearest collectors by share of complaints marked disputed (23.7% here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Forster & Garbus LLP have?
The CFPB extract lists 260 debt-collection complaints against Forster & Garbus LLP (#308 of 656 collectors by volume).
Does Forster & Garbus LLP respond to CFPB complaints on time?
Forster & Garbus LLP's timely response rate on CFPB complaints is 97.2%.
What issue do consumers cite most about Forster & Garbus LLP?
The most-cited issue in complaints about Forster & Garbus LLP is "Took or threatened to take negative or legal action."
How should I read Forster & Garbus LLP's CFPB complaint record?
These figures summarize what consumers filed with the CFPB about Forster & Garbus LLP. They are educational, not advice - see the debt-collection rights and CFPB filing guides for next steps on a live dispute.
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Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consumer Complaint Database · Q1 2026 Complaints filed against firms, not individuals. Data through March 2026.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.