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VerifiedHello, my name is ***** ***** I'll be the attorney assisting you today. Thank you for using JustAnswer. I have over 15 years of experience with debt collection issues and I'd be happy to answer your questions. I'm sorry to hear about any problems you are having with this creditor, I know that can be a very stressful situation.Before we continue can you please provide a little more information?
1. Just to clarify, you want to know if you can still negotiate a settlement for the debt even though the creditor has filed a lawsuit. Is that correct?
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