what lawyer deal in foreclosures

by Mr. Emory Deckow I Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago 5 min read

A real estate attorney can help you in many ways throughout the process. An attorney will not only defend you in the foreclosure proceeding, but will also work with your lender to figure out alternatives which may help you remain in your home.

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How to find a good foreclosure attorney?

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How expensive is a foreclosure attorney?

Unlike real-estate agents that may agree to be compensated based on a percentage of the final price when the case is closed, a foreclosure attorney, well, at least 90% of them, charge upfront. The price is somewhere between $1500 and $5000, but this will mostly depend on the complexity of the case.

What to ask a foreclosure lawyer?

Ask if the lawyer has actually been in court. If the lawyer has actually sued a mortgage company or merely has thought about suing a mortgage company. Has the lawyer ever defended an Alabama consumer against an ejectment or eviction action after the foreclosure sale of their home. You get the idea – get a feel for what the lawyer has experienced.

Do you need a lawyer for a foreclosure?

You do not need to hire a lawyer who handles only foreclosure defense, although some do, but it should form a meaningful part of their practice. When is the best time to hire a foreclosure attorney? When you’re facing a foreclosure and want to keep your house, it’s best to hire an attorney as soon possible.

Helping Clients Keep Homes in Milwaukee County, West Allis, Greenfield, Wauwatosa, New Berlin, and Brookfield

If a homeowner is falling behind on mortgage payments, then a lender may attempt to obtain the balance of their loan by forcing the borrower to sell their house. This process is known as foreclosure. In Wisconsin, most foreclosures are judicial. This means the bank is required to file a lawsuit with the courts in order to start the process.

Wisconsin Foreclosure Process

Depending on the court schedule, it may take a whole year to implement a foreclosure. Below is an outline of what to expect during the foreclosure process.

Facing Foreclosure in Milwaukee?

Call Sapinski Law Office, S.C. for trusted legal guidance. As an established Milwaukee bankruptcy attorney, I have 20 years of experience working with individuals facing foreclosure throughout the state of Wisconsin.