Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California

Predatory Lending and Fraud

Need attorney to fight case against predatory lender filed and recorded fraudulent deed of trust on our home and used false information to qualify us for a loan. We answered Unlawful Detainer Action. DA to busy to help. We have proof of fraudulent Deed Penal Code 115.5 $75000 penalty among 2-3 other violations 8214.4-8215 $1500 each. Lender submitted the deed 3-4 times against us in court documents. Barry Bonds is in court for perjury, but we can not take Lender to court on our own. Need an injunction or Liz pendans filed to place stay on property until court hears our case. Attorney can keep any monies awarded in suit we just want to keep our home.


Asked on 2/20/08, 11:10 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Larry Rothman Larry Rothman & Associates

Re: Predatory Lending and Fraud

A deed of trust has to be signed before a notary. You claim that the deed is a forgery. We would have to review your documents to see if we can help you. A forged deed is not valid. You may have a claim against the lender for damages.

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Answered on 2/21/08, 11:52 am
Bryan Whipple Bryan R. R. Whipple, Attorney at Law

Re: Predatory Lending and Fraud

Looks like from your Zip code that you are in Fresno or nearby. There was an attorney in Fresno named Cathy Cowin who answered questions on LawGuru for a while and seemed to be knowledgable about real estate. I'd suggest contacting her and see if she is interested.

If not, call me with particulars and I'll consider it, but I think you are better off with someone who is closer.

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Answered on 2/20/08, 11:34 am


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