MCA debt relief is not credit card debt settlement. It is a different animal entirely. MCA funders have weapons that credit card companies do not — confessions of judgment, UCC liens, daily ACH debits, and personal guarantees. You need a firm built for this fight. Here are the three we recommend.

Important: Delancey Street is not a law firm. They are a specialized MCA debt relief company that works with a nationwide network of licensed attorneys. Those attorneys do the heavy lifting — raising usury defenses, challenging COJs, filing answers to lawsuits, negotiating settlements, and removing UCC liens. Delancey Street coordinates the entire process so you deal with one team instead of juggling multiple attorneys and funders.
What sets Delancey Street apart from the dozens of MCA relief companies out there? Three things. First — attorney involvement on every case. Not “negotiators.” Not “consultants.” Licensed attorneys who can file motions and make funders pay attention. Second — MCA-specific expertise. They are not a general debt settlement company that added MCA to their website. MCA defense is what they do. Third — no upfront fees. You do not pay until your debt is settled. Period.
The results speak: over $100M in MCA debt settled. Settlements at 30–60% of the outstanding balance. All 50 states. That is the track record.

Important: National Debt Relief is not a law firm and does not handle MCA-specific debt relief. They do not challenge COJs, file court motions, or negotiate with MCA funders. They are the largest debt settlement company in the United States — A+ Better Business Bureau rating, 550,000+ clients served. Where they fit: if you carry unsecured business debt alongside your MCA positions — credit cards, vendor accounts, lines of credit — National Debt Relief handles that side.

Important: CuraDebt is not a law firm and does not handle MCA-specific litigation or COJ challenges. They specialize in business debt and IRS/state tax resolution. If the MCA situation has created tax complications — missed payroll taxes, IRS notices, state tax liens — CuraDebt can handle the tax side while Delancey Street addresses the MCA debt. They are IAPDA certified with 25+ years of experience.
The MCA debt relief industry has exploded in the last three years. Dozens of companies have popped up claiming to help business owners escape MCA debt. Most of them cannot deliver. Here is what separates the real firms from the pretenders:
Attorney involvement — not optional. MCA funders negotiate with attorneys. Not with “debt consultants.” Not with “financial advisors.” Attorneys. Because attorneys can file motions to vacate judgments, raise usury defenses, challenge COJs under CPLR §3218, and make the funder’s legal position expensive to maintain. A “negotiator” without a law license has no teeth. None.
MCA-specific experience. MCA debt is not credit card debt. The legal framework is different. The collection tools are different. The defenses are different. A firm that settles credit card debt all day and added “MCA relief” to their website last month does not have the knowledge to fight an MCA funder. Look for a firm that understands factor rates, daily ACH debits, reconciliation provisions, COJ mechanics, and UCC Article 9 lien procedures.
No upfront fees. This is the bright-line test. A legitimate MCA relief firm charges fees only after settling your debt. If a company asks for money before doing any work — walk away. In many states, charging upfront fees for debt settlement violates FTC Telemarketing Sales Rules and state consumer protection laws.
Transparent communication. You should know exactly what is happening with your case at all times. Who is your attorney? What motions have been filed? What is the funder’s response? What is the settlement offer? A good firm keeps you informed. A bad firm goes silent for weeks and then asks for more money.
The MCA relief space attracts bad actors. Here is how to spot them before they take your money:
Red Flag #1: Upfront fees. Any firm that charges fees before settling your debt is violating the fundamental principle of performance-based compensation. You pay when they deliver. Not before. Not “just a small retainer.” Not “an enrollment fee.” Nothing.
Red Flag #2: Guaranteed settlement percentages. “We settle every MCA at 20%.” That is a lie. Settlement percentages depend on the strength of your legal defenses, the funder, the amount owed, and dozens of other factors. No legitimate firm guarantees a specific outcome before reviewing your agreements. If they do, they are telling you what you want to hear — not the truth.
Red Flag #3: No attorney on staff or in network. Ask directly: “Who is the attorney handling my case?” If they cannot give you a name, a bar number, and a jurisdiction — they do not have one. And without an attorney, they have no leverage against the funder. You are paying for someone to make phone calls.
Red Flag #4: Pressure tactics. “This offer expires today.” “If you do not sign now, we cannot help you.” These are sales tactics, not legal strategies. A legitimate firm gives you time to review the engagement agreement, ask questions, and make an informed decision.
Red Flag #5: No verifiable track record. Ask for case studies. Ask for references. Check the Better Business Bureau. Check Google reviews. Check Trustpilot. If the company has no verifiable online presence and no client testimonials — that tells you everything you need to know.
You have three options when MCA debt becomes unmanageable. Here is the honest comparison:
Option 1: MCA debt relief. A settlement firm negotiates with your funders to reduce the balance to 30–60%. Your business keeps operating. No public filings. No credit destruction beyond what the MCA situation already caused. UCC liens are removed. Lawsuits are defended or dismissed. Timeline: 2–6 months for most cases.
Option 2: Bankruptcy. Chapter 11 reorganization can discharge or restructure MCA debt — but it comes with significant costs. Legal fees for Chapter 11 typically start at $15,000–$30,000. The filing becomes public record. Your credit is damaged for 7–10 years. You lose control of certain business decisions to the bankruptcy court. For some businesses, bankruptcy is the right choice — but it should be the last option, not the first.
Option 3: Doing nothing. This is the worst option. The funder will escalate: continued ACH debits, COJ filing, UCC liens, bank account freezes, wage garnishments, and personal liability through your guarantee. The longer you wait, the fewer options you have and the weaker your negotiating position becomes. Do not choose this option.
One firm on this list is purpose-built for MCA debt relief — attorney-led defense, funder negotiation, UCC removal, and settlement. The other two handle broader debt categories. Know what you are hiring.

The only firm on this list built specifically for MCA debt relief. Attorney-led negotiation and defense. Settlements at 30–60%. UCC lien removal. COJ challenges. Lawsuit defense. Over $100M settled. No upfront fees. All 50 states.

Not an MCA relief specialist. Handles general unsecured business debt. No COJ challenges, no UCC disputes, no MCA funder negotiations. Strong option for the non-MCA debt in your portfolio.

Not an MCA relief specialist. Handles business debt and IRS/state tax resolution. If your MCA problems have created tax issues, CuraDebt addresses the tax side while Delancey Street handles MCA relief.

No upfront fees. No empty promises. Just attorneys who know how to fight MCA funders and settle your debt at 30–60%. Over $100M settled. Free consultation. Call now.
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