Protecting Installment Lenders Across the Entire Credit Lifecycle

At Pilgrim Christakis, we defend national and regional finance companies against claims involving a wide range of installment loan products. Whatever the issue, we bring the same depth of experience, strategic focus, and creative problem-solving to every matter.

When you engage us, your case is in seasoned hands.

Strategic Risk Management in a Complex Regulatory Landscape

Our short-term lender litigation defense experience spans the full lending lifecycle—from origination and servicing to collections, credit reporting, and disclosures.

Because we defend consumer claims daily, we see patterns others miss. A single borrower complaint can signal deeper operational or compliance gaps, and addressing them early can prevent far greater losses. We help clients identify those risks before they escalate—turning potential six- and seven-figure exposures into manageable resolutions.

We also understand how state-specific regulations and consumer protection laws intersect with shifting borrower expectations. Our team bridges the divide between compliance and business functions, ensuring your legal strategy supports both.

Resolving Matters Efficiently, With Your Business in Mind

Whether facing a single-plaintiff case or a large-scale class action, our approach remains lean and deliberate. We don’t overstaff or overlitigate; we focus on results.

Our established relationships with state regulators across the Midwest also help promote constructive engagement and favorable outcomes when investigations arise.