Monifa Coaxum
About Monifa Coaxum
Monifa Coaxum serves as Associate Counsel for Maryland at Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, where she assists with federal lawsuits and compliance documentation. She holds a J.D. from American University and an MBA in International Finance, along with a B.A. in Political Science from Hampton University.
Work at Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
Monifa Coaxum has served as Associate Counsel for Maryland at Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC since 2011. In this role, she assists the General Counsel’s office with federal lawsuits, including complex class action suits. Her responsibilities include the creation of new pleadings and documents that ensure compliance with evolving Federal and State legislation. Coaxum's work contributes to the legal framework within which the company operates, particularly in relation to consumer finance.
Education and Expertise
Monifa Coaxum holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Hampton University, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. She furthered her education at American University, Washington College of Law, earning her Juris Doctor degree from 1992 to 1995. Additionally, Coaxum obtained a Master of Business Administration in International Finance from American University - Kogod School of Business, studying from 1994 to 1996. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both legal and financial principles.
Legal Knowledge and Specializations
Monifa Coaxum possesses extensive knowledge of various legal regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and Dodd-Frank Act. She is also familiar with the requirements imposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This expertise informs her work in compliance and litigation, particularly in the context of consumer finance law.
Professional Background
Monifa Coaxum has over 13 years of experience in her current role at Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC, located in the Norfolk, Virginia area. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to legal practice within the consumer finance sector. Coaxum's background combines her legal education with practical experience in handling complex legal matters, particularly those involving federal lawsuits.