Litigation & Bankruptcy Services

The Fortra Law Litigation and Bankruptcy team delivers comprehensive legal representation to lenders and financial services companies nationwide. Our experienced attorneys provide strategic guidance through bankruptcy proceedings, foreclosure actions, creditor disputes, and loss mitigation matters, helping clients navigate challenges with confidence. We combine industry knowledge with practical legal solutions to protect your interests, reduce exposure, and support successful outcomes.

When you engage Fortra Law, you stay protected, stay prepared, and stay focused on growth.

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Private Lending Law Firm

Where Strategy Meets Certainty.

Our Services

Litigation Services
for Lenders

Experienced advocacy in complex disputes and contested matters.

Bankruptcy Services
for Lenders

Strategic representation in bankruptcy proceedings and creditor matters.

Eviction Services
for Lenders

Responsive guidance through eviction proceedings and property recovery.

Collection Services
for Lenders

Efficient collection strategies designed to maximize recovery outcomes.

Replevin
for Lenders

Effective recovery strategies for collateral and secured assets.

Our Engagement Process

From Inquiry to Action

01

Start the Conversation

Share a brief overview of your needs
so we can understand your
goals and challenges.

02

Strategic Review

Our team reviews your inquiry and
identifies the right attorneys and
approach for your situation.

03

Attorney Consultation

Meet directly with our attorneys and team to discuss tailored legal strategies designed to protect your business and support growth.

Bankruptcy & Litigation Resources

Private lending due diligence involving entity review and title review

Due Diligence in Private Lending: How Entity and Title Reviews Work Together to Protect Your Loan

Private lenders spend a significant amount of time evaluating collateral, loan terms, and borrower qualifications. Yet some of the most costly lending mistakes happen long before a loan defaults. They occur during due diligence when a lender fails to verify ...

risks of all-inclusive trust deeds in wrap mortgage transactions

The Hidden Risks of All-Inclusive Trust Deeds (AITDs) and Wrap Mortgages

All-Inclusive Trust Deeds (AITDs) and wraparound mortgages may seem like flexible alternatives to traditional financing, but they come with hidden risks that can cost both buyers and sellers dearly. In an AITD, the buyer pays the seller, who remains liable ...
loan workout vs foreclosure decision for private lenders

Loan Workout vs Foreclosure: How Lenders Should Evaluate Default Strategy

Private lenders must navigate the loan workout vs foreclosure decision after default. Learn how to evaluate risk, protect collateral, and maximize recovery. ...
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Webinar Resources

Borrower Fraud in Private Lending: Red Flags, Remedies, and Recovery

A Guide to DRE and DFPI Licensing in CA

Workouts 101 – Forbearances, Modifications, And Other Loss Mitigation Strategies: What To Do When Your Borrower Can’t Pay

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Client Success Stories

Our Services

Corporate & Securities

Corporate & Securities team guiding funds and lenders in law and compliance.

Banking & Finance

Banking team supports mortgage pros with transactions, compliance, and mitigation.

Litigation & Bankruptcy

Litigation & Bankruptcy provides counsel for funds and lenders in business law and securities.

Why Choose Us

Fortra Law is the nation’s largest law firm dedicated almost exclusively to the private/non-conventional lending space and is the leading legal resource for specialty lenders, asset-based lenders, private lenders, and non-bank institutions. Our legal departments include Banking & Finance, Corporate & Securities, and Litigation & Bankruptcy, offering lenders a vertically integrated suite of services while our Fortra Conference Line provides networking and educational opportunities to the industry at large. Reach out today to see how we can partner together.

Ways We Can Help

Legal Expertise

Benefit from Fortra Law's detailed legal assessments and analysis, providing you with valuable insights to make compliant and financially sound lending decisions.

Tailored Legal Guidance

Receive personalized legal strategies and compliance recommendations that align with your specific lending needs and financial objectives, ensuring optimal outcomes for your private lending ventures.

Professional Support

Count on Fortra Law for professional and dedicated legal support throughout your lending journey. They are here to help you achieve your lending goals and secure compliant and financially lucrative opportunities.

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