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August 2024

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Assignments of Mortgage in Blank Do Not Derail Foreclosure

First Circuit upheld US District Court's decision rejecting standing challenge to both of these Massachusetts foreclosures based on alleged deficiencies created by Assignments of Mortgage in Blank.  The Court also confirmed that invalid and ineffective assignments, though recorded, do not have to be referenced in the foreclosure sale notice.  

23-1480P-01A.pdf (uscourts.gov)  

Enough is Enough

The First Circuit's strong rejection of this Pro Se litigant's frivolous appeal was followed by a Cok Order from the US District Court.  "Unfortunately, Mr. Richmond’s frivolous and vexatious conduct has continued unabated despite these warnings. To describe one example of Mr. Richmond’s misconduct, he has filed six motions for the Court to take judicial notice under Federal Rule of Evidence 201."

If you are wrestling with defense litigation designed to delay, these decisions present some helpful insights.

First Circuit Decision - Richmond

US District Court Order - Richmond