(833) 883-2828
FTC-documented pattern of fake legal threat robocalls posing as 'Patterson Legal Services' — threatening court action to pressure callbacks.
Reports
10+
First documented
2024
Last active
2025-11
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What the scam says
'This message is solely intended for [Name]. I'm calling with Patterson Legal Services. My office has been retained to make a final decision on your case. We are in the process of expediting your case to court. Contact my office before end of business today at 833-883-2828. You have been notified.'
4 red flags
Legitimate law firms do not leave vague robocall threats without specifying a case number
Pressure to call before 'end of business today' is an artificial urgency tactic
Uses multiple callback numbers in different calls — sign of scripted scam operation
Real court proceedings involve certified mail — not robocalls
What to do
Do not call back the number
Verify with your county court clerk if you have a genuine concern about a case
Report to FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov
Report to your state attorney general's consumer protection division
Report this scam
Source
FTC — Fake and Abusive Debt Collectors alert (consumer.ftc.gov); FTC phantom debt collection action November 2024 (TRO issued)
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Frequently asked questions
Is (833) 883-2828 a scam?▼
FTC-documented pattern of fake legal threat robocalls posing as 'Patterson Legal Services' — threatening court action to pressure callbacks.
Why is (833) 883-2828 calling me?▼
'This message is solely intended for [Name]. I'm calling with Patterson Legal Services. My office has been retained to make a final decision on your case. We are in the process of expediting your case to court. Contact my office before end of business today at 833-883-2828. You h…
What should I do if I receive a call or text from (833) 883-2828?▼
Do not call back the number Verify with your county court clerk if you have a genuine concern about a case Report to FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov
How many people have reported (833) 883-2828?▼
10+ reports documented. First reported: 2024. Last active: 2025-11. Source: FTC — Fake and Abusive Debt Collectors alert (consumer.ftc.gov); FTC phantom debt collection action November 2024 (TRO issued).
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Check your message →Source: FTC — Fake and Abusive Debt Collectors alert (consumer.ftc.gov); FTC phantom debt collection action November 2024 (TRO issued)
First documented: 2024 · Last active: 2025-11
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