Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let’s talk consumer right
Welcome to The Consumer Bar Podcast, featuring Ginsburg Law Group — where we break down consumer law the way it should be: clear, practical, and occasionally hilarious. From FDCPA and FCRA to TCPA, debt defense, and bankruptcy, we cover what’s happening at the consumer bar — with a little bar-style banter mixed in.
What is Lounging with Lawyers?
It’s lawyers… and the staff who keep the lawyers alive. 😌⚖️
Lounging with Lawyers is where our legal team kicks back, drops the courtroom voice, and talks about the stuff people actually deal with—cars that should’ve been recalled years ago, debt collectors acting like they’re in a mafia movie, and companies that swear they “can’t help you” when they absolutely can.
We’re not here to bore you. We’re here to educate you… while casually roasting the nonsense.
You’ll get:
🍸 real talk from real attorneys (and the team behind the scenes!)
📌 insider tips you actually can use
😂 behind-the-scenes stories from the trenches
💥 and the kind of “WAIT…THAT’S LEGAL?” moments that make you rethink every contract you’ve ever signed
And yes—sometimes it’s not just the team talking.
So come lounge with us.
We’ll bring the legal knowledge.
The staff will bring the attitude.
And together… we’ll make the law make sense. 😎⚖️
episode 3 - february 13, 2026
You Got Sued for a Debt… Congratulations? 🎉
In this episode of Lounging with Lawyers, the ladies break down what it really means when you get served with a lawsuit—what’s serious, what’s bluff, and what mistakes can cost you big. From shady collectors and “final notice” scare tactics to how to respond (and what NOT to say), they serve up real legal talk with a side of sarcasm and a splash of martini energy.
If you’ve ever panicked over a court notice or wondered, “Can they really do this?”—this episode is for you.
Because getting sued doesn’t mean you’re doomed… it means it’s time to fight back. ⚖️🍸
Featuring (L to R):
Debt Defense Assistant Manager Niccole Cooley-Stiteler
Debt Defense Manager Lisa Shuttle
Attorney Amy Ginsburg
Debt Defense Calendar Coordinator Melanie Hicks
episode 2 - February 6, 2026
Ten Things To Know Before Filing Bankruptcy
Thinking about filing bankruptcy? Before you panic, Google yourself into a spiral, or let your cousin’s “friend who knows a guy” give you legal advice… this episode is for you. 😅
In this episode of Lounging with Lawyers, we break down 10 important things you NEED to know before filing bankruptcy—what it really means, what it can and can’t do, and what surprises people the most.
We talk about:
💳 what happens to credit cards and debt
🏡 whether you can keep your house or car
📄 what bankruptcy does to your credit
⚖️ the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13
🚨 common mistakes people make before filing
💰 what debts don’t go away (yes, some stick around)
Bankruptcy isn’t always the end of the world — sometimes it’s the fresh start people need. But it’s also a serious legal process, and the more you understand going in, the better your outcome will be.
So get comfy and let’s talk about bankruptcy the way nobody else does: real, simple, and without the scare tactics. ⚖️
Featuring:
Attorney Amy Ginsburg
Bankruptcy Team Manager Gracie Klein
episode 1 - January 30, 2026
True/False — Consumer Law Edition
This week we put our team to the test with a game of True/False: Consumer Law Edition — covering the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), estate planning, debt defense, and bankruptcy.
Let’s just say:
✅ some people knew the law... and
❌ some people guessed with confidence
🎧 Listen now and play along!
Featuring:
Ginsburg Law Group
Amy Ginsburg, Esq.
Jen Dovan - Business Manager
Gracie Klein - Bankruptcy Team Manager
Jess Stepanukha - Statutory Claims Manager
Jen Deakyne - Estate Planning Manager
Tonya Salkowkski - Legal Plans and Marketing Manager