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Heintz v. Jenkins

John Heintz v. Barbara Jenkins

514 U.S. 291 (1995)Supreme Court of the United StatesApr 26, 1995Author: Justice Stephen Breyer

Facts

An attorney filed a collection suit; debtor counterclaimed alleging FDCPA violations.

Issue

Does the FDCPA apply to attorneys engaged in debt collection litigation?

Holding

Yes.

Disposition

Affirmed.