Many folks mistakenly believe that getting a credit report requires opening their wallets. They might think it’s a necessary expense, or they simply might not be aware of the free options available. The truth is, there are several excellent resources for obtaining free credit reports, and here at McCarthy Law, we strongly believe nobody should ever have to pay for one. Why You NEED to Stay Up to Date With Your Credit Report Your credit report is more than just a record of your borrowing history. It’s a key tool that helps you understand your financial health. Staying up to date with your credit report allows you to spot errors, detect fraud, and understand where you’re at financially. By keeping an eye on your credit report, you can catch issues early and take steps to address them before they become bigger problems. A current credit report also makes it easier to plan for major financial decisions, like taking out a mortgage or a car loan. Lenders look at your credit report to decide whether to lend you money and at what interest rate. A good credit report can save you thousands of dollars in interest over the life of a […]

Jacob Hippensteel

Jacob Hippensteel at McCarthy Law in Scottsdale | AZ

Jacob Hippensteel focuses his practice on consumer protection and business litigation.  Jacob regularly assists clients by ensuring that their rights as consumers are protected under Federal and State consumer protection laws. Jacob also represents…

Jacob Hippensteel at McCarthy Law in Scottsdale | AZ

Jacob Hippensteel focuses his practice on consumer protection and business litigation.  Jacob regularly assists clients by ensuring that their rights as consumers are protected under Federal and State consumer protection laws. Jacob also represents diverse business clients including restaurants, residential property management groups, and businesses within Arizona’s medical marijuana industry. Jacob regularly advises clients on a wide variety of issues, as well as protecting those client’s interests in federal and state courts.

Jacob received his law degree from Whittier Law School. During law school, Jacob excelled academically – graduating with honors and receiving CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Business Associations, Business Associations Practicum, Business Transactions, and Evidence Law. Jacob was also a member of the Trial Advocacy Honors Board and competed nationally in both Trial Advocacy and Negotiation competitions.

Prior to attending law school, Jacob received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Grand Canyon University.  Jacob was a student-athlete at Grand Canyon, and a 4-year captain of the Men’s Lacrosse team.  Jacob occasionally gives back to his alma-matter by providing color commentary for GCUtv broadcasts of Men’s Lacrosse games.