Bendett & McHugh, P.C. – Portland, ME

Leading Creditor Rights and Mortgage Default Counsel 🏛️

Bendett & McHugh, P.C. is a premier law firm dedicated to representing the interests of mortgage lenders, servicers, and investors across the New England region. With a history spanning over three decades, the firm has established itself as a leader in the mortgage default industry, known for its efficiency, compliance, and results-driven approach. The Portland, Maine office serves as a critical operational hub, handling a high volume of foreclosure, bankruptcy, and eviction matters throughout the state. The firm’s attorneys are experts in navigating the complex regulatory landscape of Maine’s property laws, ensuring that their clients’ assets are protected and that legal processes are conducted with the utmost integrity 📉.

Comprehensive Default Services 💼

Bendett & McHugh specializes exclusively in representing creditors, offering a full suite of services designed to manage non-performing loans and real estate assets.

• Foreclosure: The firm manages both judicial and non-judicial foreclosures with precision, handling every step from the initial demand letter to the foreclosure sale and post-sale conveyance.
• Bankruptcy Representation: Protecting the rights of secured creditors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy proceedings. The team regularly handles motions for relief from stay, proof of claim filings, and objection defense.
• Eviction and REO: After foreclosure, the firm assists with the eviction process and the management of Real Estate Owned (REO) properties to facilitate quick liquidation and asset recovery 🏠.
• Litigation and Defense: When routine default matters turn into contested litigation, Bendett & McHugh’s trial attorneys step in to defend against counterclaims, title disputes, and regulatory challenges.
• Loss Mitigation: Working with borrowers and servicers to explore alternatives to foreclosure, such as loan modifications, deeds-in-lieu, and short sales, when appropriate.

Industry Recognition and Compliance

Bendett & McHugh, P.C. is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence in the legal community. The firm is a long-standing member of the USFN (America’s Mortgage Banking Attorneys) and has repeatedly earned the Award of Excellence. They are also active members of the Legal League 100 and the American Legal and Financial Network (ALFN). These affiliations reflect the firm’s dedication to staying at the forefront of industry trends and regulatory changes. With a robust compliance management system and a team of experienced professionals, Bendett & McHugh provides the reliable partnership that major financial institutions require in today’s challenging economic environment.