Total CFPB complaints
2
All-time across CCDB intake
This data comes from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database and reflects consumer complaints, not proven violations.
2026 CFPB data Public-data reference. FDCPA reference 2 complaints
COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC — Debt Collector Complaint Profile
CFPB complaint profile across 1 states. Updated as new federal complaint data lands in the upstream Consumer Complaint Database.
Complaints by issue type
What consumers report about COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC
- Taking/threatening an illegal action
Taking/threatening an illegal action
1 complaints
- Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed
1 complaints
A
Grade A · 79.1/100 composite
This collector has an excellent complaint record — very few complaints relative to its size, with high response rates.
What do CFPB complaints reveal about COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC?
COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC has accumulated 2 total CFPB complaints across 1 states, with 0 filed in the most recent 12 months against 2 historical complaints before that window. The trailing-12-month volume represents 0.0% of the full complaint history, a stable pattern that indicates a mature dispute profile with predictable monthly volumes.
The dominant consumer grievance logged with the CFPB is "Taking/threatening an illegal action", narrowing to "Sued w/o proper notification of suit", which aligns with FDCPA-regulated conduct and signals the operational area most likely to trigger regulator scrutiny. The company posts a 100% timely-response rate against a 50% consumer-dispute-after-response rate, a pairing that calibrates how well its complaint-resolution workflow holds up once a consumer pushes back.
Complaints have been recorded across 1 states, led by California with 2, which matches a multi-state collection footprint rather than a regional operation. Normalized against the full CFPB collector database, the reputation score of 79.1/100 places COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC in grade band A, a tier reached by blending complaint volume, response timeliness, dispute rates, and issue severity into a single comparable metric.
Complaint Summary
Last 12 months
0
0.0% of total history
Stable →
States active
1
Distinct state filings
Timely response rate
100%
Within CFPB SLA window
Consumer disputes
50%
After company response
Reputation grade
A
79.1/100 composite
Response-quality profile
How COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC performs on CFPB resolution-quality metrics versus a fleet average benchmark drawn from the full debt-collection vertical.
Timely response within SLA 100.0%
Vertical avg
CFPB requires companies to respond within 15 days for most complaints; 60 days for credit-reporting.
Consumer dispute rate (post-response) 100.0%
Vertical avg
Lower is better. The percentage of consumers who flagged the company's response as unsatisfactory.
State coverage breadth 1.8%
Share of US states + territories with at least one filed complaint against this collector.
How does COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC compare to its peers?
COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC National average
Complaints (last 12 mo)lower is better
Timely-response ratehigher is better
Consumer-dispute ratelower is better
Source: CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Complaints reflect consumer reports, not proven violations.
Complaint Trend (24 months)
2014-04 2015-10
Top Consumer Issues
Taking/threatening an illegal action1 (%)
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed1 (%)
Most common issue: Taking/threatening an illegal action — Sued w/o proper notification of suit
Know Your Rights
If this company is contacting you, you have rights under the FDCPA. They must stop contacting you if you send a written cease-communication request. You can also request written validation of the debt within 30 days.
Issue Detail Breakdown
| Issue | Sub-Issue | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Taking/threatening an illegal action | Sued w/o proper notification of suit | 1 |
| Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed | Debt was paid | 1 |
Where do complaints against COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC come from?
The states where consumers have filed the most CFPB complaints against COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC. Every figure is the company's own complaint count in that state — not a national baseline.
Top states by complaints against COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC
Across 1 states with at least one filing
- California
California
2 complaints
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common complaint against COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC? ▼
The most common issue consumers report about COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC is "Taking/threatening an illegal action", specifically "Sued w/o proper notification of suit". This is based on 2 complaints filed with the CFPB.
Are complaints against COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC increasing or decreasing? ▼
Complaints against COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC have been stable. The company received 0 complaints in the last 12 months.
What is COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC's reputation grade? ▼
COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC has a reputation grade of A (score: 79.1/100). This collector has an excellent complaint record — very few complaints relative to its size, with high response rates.
Does COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC respond to consumer complaints? ▼
COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC has a 100% timely response rate to CFPB complaints. Consumers disputed the company's response in 50% of cases.
In how many states does COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC operate? ▼
COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC has received CFPB complaints from consumers in 1 states, with the most complaints from California (2 complaints).
What can I do if COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC is contacting me? ▼
Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you have the right to request written debt validation within 30 days of first contact. You can also send a cease-communication letter to stop calls. If COASTAL LAW FIRM, APLC violates the FDCPA, you may be able to sue for damages up to $1,000 plus attorney fees.
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Data sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCollector Editorial
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| Sources | the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database |