Publications

Wright, Finlay & Zak, LLP contributes to the practice of law and the awareness of its national community. Throughout the list below you will find various articles written by our very own attorneys whose primary goal is to keep our communities informed about the legal situations that matter to them. In addition, you will find our quarterly publications which have been published by Wright, Finlay & Zak, LLP. "The WFZ Quarterly" aims to bring together the wealth of knowledge our firm has to better inform our clients and prospective clients about the ever-changing landscape of the legal field.

Link to /documents/publications/NODs-and-Nevadas-Ancient-Lien-Statute-RMH-DTB.pdfState Laws Requiring Interest on Escrow Accounts Come Under Attack!
November 2023
By Kathy Shakibi, Esq.

Link to /documents/publications/NODs-and-Nevadas-Ancient-Lien-Statute-RMH-DTB.pdfLos Angeles' "Mansion Tax" and Foreclosures: What You Need to Know
November 2023
By T. Robert Finlay, Esq. and Darius Ghomashchi

Link to /documents/publications/NODs-and-Nevadas-Ancient-Lien-Statute-RMH-DTB.pdfNevada Supreme Court Holds that a Notice of Default does not Trigger Nevada's Ancient Lien Statute
November 2023
By Rami M. Hernandez, Esq. and Darren T. Brenner, Esq.

Link to /documents/publications/CA-SB-567-Removing-Occupants-TEC-TRF.pdfInvestors and Property Owners Planning to Remove Occupants to Remodel or Move into the Property Need to Understand California's Recently Passed Senate Bill No. 567 Before Jumping into the Fire
November 2023
By Todd E. Chvat, Esq. and T. Robert Finlay, Esq.

Link to /documents/publications/Judgment-Renewal-Article-YL.pdfLink to /documents/publications/Judgment-Renewal-Article-YL.pdfAre You a Creditor on an Outstanding Judgment? If so, Remember to Renew Your Judgment Before It's Too Late
November 2023
By Michael Li, Esq.

California's AB 1033 May be a Game Changer for the Development of Accessory Dwelling Units
Link to /documents/publications/NPLA-California-AB-1033-May-be-a-Game-Changer-KM-TRF-Oct2023.pdfNPLA (National Private Lenders Association) - October 5, 2023
By Kathryn Moorer, Esq. and T. Robert Finlay, Esq.

When Can a Servicer Can Take Possession of a Property Under Oregon’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act?
Link to https://mortgageorb.com/when-can-a-servicer-can-take-possession-of-a-property-under-oregons-unlawful-trade-practices-actMortgage Orb - May 24, 2023
By Joseph T. McCormick, Esq.

Charging Interest Rates Over the Moon
Link to https://mortgageorb.com/charging-interest-rates-over-the-moonMortgage Orb - April 5, 2023
By T. Robert Finlay, Esq. and Johnathan D. Fink, Esq.

The Litigation Bully: Vexatious Litigation
Link to /documents/publications/DSNews-The-Litigation-Bully-Vexatious-Litigation-RAR.pdfDS News - March 14, 2023
By Robert A. Riether, Esq.

Does California’s First Look Law Apply to Servicers or Investors?
On January 1, 2023, California’s SB 2170 became effective, creating a new “First Look” policy on REO properties. Encompassed in Civil Code § 2924p, the new law requires “institutions” who acquire a 1-4 unit residential property at a foreclosure sale to only negotiate with or sell the property to certain “eligible bidders” for the first 30 days after listing the property for sale.
Link to https://mortgageorb.com/does-californias-first-look-law-apply-to-servicers-or-investorsLink to https://mortgageorb.com/does-californias-first-look-law-apply-to-servicers-or-investorsMortgage Orb - March 8, 2023
By T. Robert Finlay, Esq.