Specialty:
"Fred W. Schwinn is the principal attorney of Consumer Law Center, Inc. He specializes in defending against collection lawsuits, protecting consumer credit rights, and advocating for federal bankruptcy laws. He actively confronts predatory lending practices and shields clients from fraudulent debt collection activities, showcasing unwavering dedication to consumer and debtor protection. He maintains ongoing pro-bono legal services and assists individuals facing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. He is a member of the State Bar of California, Santa Clara County Bar Association, and the National Association of Consumer Advocates. Consumer Law Center, Inc. focuses exclusively on representing individuals in collection lawsuit defense and in all aspects of consumer credit protection and federal bankruptcy law. Contact Consumer Law Center, Inc. for an initial case consultation.
Read more
2026 Update: Fred W. Schwinn was also honored as “Outstanding Volunteer Attorney” in 2011 and 2012 by the Volunteer Legal Services Program of the San Francisco County Bar Association. He was honored as “Attorney of the Year” in 2013 by Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto."



