Which Court Handles Foreclosures?

The federal courts hear foreclosure cases when they involve a question of federal law (e.g., multifamily mortgage foreclosure remedies7) or diversity of citizenship (i.e., when the opposing parties are citizens of different states or one party is a citizen of a foreign country).

How do I know if my foreclosure is judicial or nonjudicial?

The best way to find out whether the state follows a judicial or nonjudicial process is to check with the local county government. Some states allow both processes but tend to primarily follow one or the other. Check with the local county government to find out which process your state follows.

What states are judicial for foreclosure?

Foreclosures are generally judicial in the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia (sometimes), Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana (executory proceeding), Maine, Nebraska (sometimes), New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma (if the ...

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