Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Foreclosure procedure in Florida

I was served a civil action summons via a friend who lives in my home on 12/15/01. This is with reference to a foreclosure action. What happens next from the legal perspective.How much is the minimum time That I have to save my home from foreclosure?. What can I do to delay the process until I secure a sales contract. What is the foreclosure steps in Broward County, Florida. Is it advisable that I try to complete the process by myself.


Asked on 12/16/01, 4:33 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Peter Gonzalez Sanchez-Medina, Gonzalez, Quesada, Lage, Crespo, Gomez & MachadoLLP

Re: Foreclosure procedure in Florida

Read the summons. It should state that you have 20 days from the date the lawsuit was served for you to file a response. I highly recommend that you hire a lawyer, and not try to defend yourself. If you have any significant equity interest in your property, you probably will want to salvage it by, in part, defending yourself from the lender attempting to foreclose. Seek the advice of counsel and good luck.

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Answered on 12/17/01, 11:26 am
Alexander M. Rosenfeld Rosenfeld & Stein, P.A.

Re: Foreclosure procedure in Florida

Based upon your question , I think you would be ill-advised to defend yourself. I URGE you to retain competent counsel to protect what interests you have in the property. Do not default. You may call me to discuss your situation. 305-940-8080.

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Answered on 12/17/01, 6:50 pm


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