Foreclosure + Default

Comprehensive Default Services

for Financial Institutions

We represent servicers, investors, and banks in all areas of default services. Clients work directly with experienced attorneys through a single point of contact, ensuring consistency, accountability, and practical solutions backed by 50+ years of combined experience.

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Direct Attorney Access

Dedicated point of contact with no outsourcing.

Regulatory Knowledge

Deep familiarity with key federal and agency guidelines.

Full-Service Support

Routine to complex default matters handled in-house.

Industry Guidance

Training and webinars in a changing regulatory landscape.

Why choose Barton Gilman for foreclosure and default services?

Representing national and regional lenders in end-to-end default matters.

Managing contested foreclosures, mediation, and loss mitigation proceedings.

Defending complex litigation related to default servicing practices.

Advising on compliance with federal agency and regulatory guidelines.

Handling creditor bankruptcy representation, REO transactions, and title issues.

Our default services team delivers comprehensive solutions across the foreclosure process

Foreclosure & Mediation

Managing routine and contested foreclosures while guiding clients through mediation and loss mitigation requirements.

Bankruptcy & Creditor Rights

Representing lenders in bankruptcy proceedings to protect secured interests and enforce creditor claims.

REO & Title Curative

Advising on real estate owned transactions, resolving title defects, and facilitating post-foreclosure transfers.

Regulatory Compliance

Counseling clients on RESPA, TILA, FDCPA, and agency-specific requirements to reduce enforcement risk.

Eviction & Ejectment

Handling post-judgment possession actions to ensure efficient resolution and asset recovery

How we work

Simplifying Your Journey

File Assessment

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We begin by reviewing the loan history, servicing records, and procedural posture to understand the scope of the default matter.

Analyze loan documentation, title, and servicing activity

Identify foreclosure posture and regulatory considerations

Evaluate contested issues and potential risk factors

Strategic Planning

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Each default matter requires a coordinated strategy aligned with investor guidelines and client objectives.

Determine foreclosure, bankruptcy, or litigation approach

Assess mediation, loss mitigation, and resolution opportunities

Coordinate with servicing teams and stakeholders

Structured Execution

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We advance matters through disciplined management and direct attorney involvement at every stage.

Handle foreclosure proceedings, contested litigation, and bankruptcy matters

Manage title curative, REO transactions, and eviction processes

Maintain direct client communication and reporting

Resolution & Portfolio Support

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Our goal is to achieve efficient resolutions while supporting ongoing portfolio performance and compliance.

Complete foreclosure or negotiated resolutions

Advise on regulatory compliance and investor requirements

Provide continued guidance and training as legal frameworks evolve

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