Best foreclosure attorneys in the United States
This ranks the top 15 attorneys handling foreclosure and foreclosure-adjacent matters nationwide, most covering everything from bankruptcy filings to real estate closings and debt defense, scored and ordered by our methodology.
Firms specializing specifically in bankruptcy-driven foreclosure relief are ranked separately on our best bankruptcy-related foreclosure relief list, and closing and title specialists get their own ranking on best real estate & title attorneys page. This list instead orders every top-scoring firm together, regardless of specialty, by the same composite score.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to foreclosure attorneys, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David I. Pankin, P.C. | 94 | 5 (240) | — | Chapter 7 & 13 bankruptcy filers |
| 2 | Rachel S. Blumenfeld PLLC | 93 | 5 (248) | — | Solo-practice bankruptcy guidance |
| 3 | Cesar Zuniga Esq., Attorney at Law | 93 | 5 (148) | — | Fast-moving injury & accident claims |
| 4 | Vincent J. Gallo Law Offices | 93 | 4.9 (256) | — | Complex or contested real estate closings |
| 5 | Law Office of Affar Baksh | 91 | 4.8 (611) | — | First-time buyers wanting hand-holding |
| 6 | The Law Office of Judy S. Mock P.C | 91 | 4.9 (188) | — | Real estate closings paired with estate planning |
| 7 | Michael M. Walsh Attorney at Law | 90 | 5 (87) | — | Veteran-attorney real estate closings |
| 8 | Law Office of Richard Kistnen - Bankruptcy Attorney | 90 | 5 (86) | — | Transparent flat-fee bankruptcy filing |
| 9 | James G. Dibbini & Associates, P.C. | 90 | 4.9 (720) | — | Landlord-tenant & eviction matters |
| 10 | The Law Office of Matthew Aqeel, Esq. | 90 | 5 (148) | — | Landlord-tenant disputes & property transactions |
| 11 | David J. Doyaga, Attorneys at Law | 90 | 4.9 (103) | — | Bankruptcy cases other firms declined |
| 12 | Debt Help Office | 89 | 5 (72) | — | Debt collection & judgment defense |
| 13 | Law Office Of Yuriy Moshes | 88 | 4.8 (407) | — | High-volume real estate closing needs |
| 14 | Andrews & Leung | 88 | 4.9 (79) | — | Personal attention on home sales |
| 15 | Law Office of Gregory Messer | 87 | 5 (49) | — | Long-tenured bankruptcy counsel |
Ranked picks
David I. Pankin, P.C.
Why it ranks first
David Pankin's Brooklyn firm earns the top composite score on this list on the strength of a perfect 5.0 rating across 240 reviews and consistent execution on both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. Clients highlight court hearings handled by Zoom in under an hour and a team, attorney Robert Reich and paralegal Tiffany Jara among them, that keeps cases moving without gaps. The firm also walks clients through credit rebuilding once a case discharges.
Pros
- Calm, organized process from filing to discharge
- Zoom hearings from the Brooklyn office typically wrap in under an hour
- Prompt phone answers to questions as they come up
- Credit-rebuilding guidance after discharge
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, foreclosure defense litigation, bankruptcy foreclosure, consumer debt collection defense
Rachel S. Blumenfeld PLLC
Why it ranks second
Rachel Blumenfeld runs a one-attorney bankruptcy practice that reviewers say never feels impersonal, with a 5.0 rating across 248 reviews backing that up. She's repeatedly credited with turning a frightening filing into something manageable through patient, judgment-free explanations. Response times and follow-through come up often enough to suggest that holds across a large caseload.
Pros
- Answers client questions quickly
- Explains bankruptcy options in plain language
- Treats filers with empathy rather than judgment
- Consistent 5.0 rating across nearly 250 reviews
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, bankruptcy foreclosure
Cesar Zuniga Esq., Attorney at Law
Why it ranks third
Cesar Zuniga's practice sits outside pure foreclosure work, built instead around accident and injury cases, but it earns its place here on fast resolutions and a 5.0 rating from 148 reviews. Clients single out quick responses and straightforward, transparent handling of settlements. Several mention returning or referring family after a stress-free payout.
Pros
- Fast settlements and case turnaround
- Clear, transparent communication throughout
- Fair payout outcomes reviewers trust
- Easy to reach when questions come up
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, real estate closing title
Vincent J. Gallo Law Offices
Why it ranks fourth
Vincent Gallo's office handles closings other firms shy away from: co-op disputes, mortgage denials, old lender paperwork, backed by a 4.9 rating across 256 reviews. More than two dozen reviewers describe Gallo actively negotiating on their behalf while staff, Joanne and Christa come up repeatedly, keep every detail on track. He's licensed in both New York and New Jersey, and repeat clients return for later purchases.
Pros
- Organized closings with no dropped details
- Actively fights for client interests in negotiations
- Handles complex cases like disputed deposits and lender issues
- Licensed in both NY and NJ
Services: real estate closing title, loan modification loss mitigation
Law Office of Affar Baksh
Why it ranks fifth
Affar Baksh's firm posts the largest review base on this list, a 4.8 rating across 611 reviews, and the detail in those reviews backs up the score. Clients describe him fighting off seller pressure, protecting escrow funds, and catching legal problems other attorneys missed, with closings often finishing in under two hours. First-time buyers and trust clients specifically call out his patience explaining paperwork line by line.
Pros
- Protects clients from seller pressure and escrow disputes
- Step-by-step explanations aimed at first-time buyers
- Closings often finish in under two hours
- Stays available for follow-up years after closing
Services: real estate closing title, loan modification loss mitigation
The Law Office of Judy S. Mock P.C
Why it ranks sixth
Judy Mock covers both real estate closings and estate planning, and reviewers say she makes both feel straightforward with clear, transparent-cost explanations. Her team, Isabella and Ekjot are named repeatedly, coordinates well, and she expedites timelines when a closing needs to move fast. Families new to estate planning and first-time buyers both report feeling prepared rather than overwhelmed.
Pros
- Jargon-free explanations of complex documents
- Transparent pricing with no surprise fees
- Patient approach that welcomes any question
- Expedites timelines when a deal needs to move fast
Watch out: Doesn't handle tenant-landlord matters, so it's not a fit for eviction or lease disputes.
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, foreclosure defense litigation, real estate closing title
Michael M. Walsh Attorney at Law
Why it ranks seventh
Michael Walsh brings more than 35 years to real estate closings, and a 5.0 rating across 87 reviews suggests that experience translates into calm handling of surprises. Buyers and sellers describe him as immediately responsive by email and skilled at solving problems mid-closing without rattling clients. It's a smaller review base than some names on this list, but the sentiment is uniformly positive.
Pros
- 35+ years handling real estate closings
- Strong focus on first-time buyers
- Fast email responsiveness
- Solves problems under pressure without drama
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, real estate closing title
Law Office of Richard Kistnen - Bankruptcy Attorney
Why it ranks eighth
Richard Kistnen pairs a 5.0 rating across 86 reviews with a flat-fee structure that reviewers contrast favorably against attorneys who bill by the hour. Clients describe him as reachable outside normal business hours and genuinely invested in understanding a case before taking it on. The recurring theme is feeling like a priority rather than a file number, through to debt discharge.
Pros
- Flat, transparent fees instead of hourly billing
- Reachable even outside business hours
- Takes time to understand a case before taking it
- Stays on top of every detail through discharge
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, foreclosure defense litigation, bankruptcy foreclosure, real estate closing title
James G. Dibbini & Associates, P.C.
Why it ranks ninth
James Dibbini's firm handles the largest volume of matters here, a 4.9 rating across 720 reviews, spanning evictions, home purchases, and deed transfers. Named staff, Erwin Vencer, Karla, Yousef, Hector, Ramon, and Jonathan among them, come up often enough that service reads as consistent rather than a one-attorney show. One reviewer flagged a fee discrepancy and a case rejected after a price increase, an exception against hundreds of positive reports.
Pros
- Handles evictions, purchases, and deed transfers under one roof
- Named staff respond quickly and explain steps clearly
- Available outside standard business hours
- Strong track record on urgent, time-sensitive matters
Watch out: One reviewer reported inconsistent fee information and a case turned away after a price increase, so confirm costs in writing before signing on.
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, real estate closing title
The Law Office of Matthew Aqeel, Esq.
Why it ranks tenth
Matthew Aqeel's office wins tenant evictions and closes out-of-state real estate deals with a 5.0 rating across 148 reviews behind it. Reviewers describe quick updates and thorough follow-through, including on family property disputes that dragged on elsewhere. One prospective client says he was turned away on a simple deed transfer, but that sits against 147 five-star reviews.
Pros
- Fast resolution on tenant evictions
- Responsive to every call and email
- Handles property deals start to finish, including out-of-state closings
- Clear explanations of each legal step
Watch out: A prospective client reported being turned away on a simple deed-transfer request, so call ahead to confirm the office takes your specific matter.
Services: real estate closing title, loan modification loss mitigation
David J. Doyaga, Attorneys at Law
Why it ranks #11
David Doyaga's office, and paralegal Cathy Nigro by name, gets credit for taking on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases that other firms turned down, backed by a 4.9 rating across 103 reviews. The team works with non-English speakers and prepares clients thoroughly before court hearings. Multiple reviewers report winning their case and reaching debt freedom within months.
Pros
- Accepts cases other firms have declined
- Paralegal Cathy Nigro repeatedly praised for responsiveness
- Thorough preparation ahead of court hearings
- Bilingual staff support non-English speakers
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, foreclosure defense litigation, bankruptcy foreclosure
Debt Help Office
Why it ranks #12
Joseph's team at Debt Help Office focuses on collection defense, settlement negotiation, and judgment issues, earning a 5.0 rating across 72 reviews. Reviewers point to funds released without needing a court appearance and straight talk about what a case actually needs. It's a smaller review sample than the firms above it, but the sentiment is uniformly strong.
Pros
- Resolves judgment and restraint matters without going to court
- Quick turnaround on collection defense
- Explains the process in plain terms
- Fair pricing relative to outcomes reviewers report
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, foreclosure defense litigation, bankruptcy foreclosure, consumer debt collection defense
Law Office Of Yuriy Moshes
Why it ranks #13
Yuriy Moshes's firm posts a 4.8 rating across 407 reviews, with named staff, Igor, Julie, Gary, and Gennady, drawing repeated praise for patient, responsive handling of home purchases and closings. One long-standing complaint describes years of fees paid without resolution on a protracted matter, so clients in complicated or drawn-out cases should push for clear timelines upfront. Recent reviews skew heavily toward real estate work rather than loan modification or bankruptcy.
Pros
- Fast response times on client inquiries
- Named staff with specific transaction expertise
- Handles repeat, multi-transaction client relationships
- Patient guidance through complex closings
Watch out: One reviewer described years of fees paid on a matter that never resolved; ask for a clear timeline and scope before committing to a protracted case.
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, bankruptcy foreclosure, real estate closing title
Andrews & Leung
Why it ranks #14
Ralph Andrews and Stephen Leung run a practice where reviewers say they're personally involved in every file, with a 4.9 rating across 79 reviews to show for it. Clients describe same-day call-backs and attorneys meeting outside office hours when a closing needs it. The firm is dual-licensed in New York and New Jersey, useful for buyers or sellers crossing state lines.
Pros
- Same-day response to client calls
- Personal involvement from the named attorneys directly
- Dual NY and NJ licensing
- Stress-free closings reviewers describe repeatedly
Services: short sale deed in lieu, real estate closing title, loan modification loss mitigation
Law Office of Gregory Messer
Why it ranks #15
Gregory Messer has been Board-Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy since 1995 and sits on the Chapter 7 Trustee Panel, credentials reflected in a 5.0 rating across 49 reviews, the smallest review sample on this list but a consistently strong one. Staff members Marion and Ms. Williams are named often for warmth and organization, and reviewers report fast outcomes at fair fees. Reviewers describe the process as unrushed despite Messer's decades of experience across bankruptcy and debt relief.
Pros
- Board-Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy since 1995
- Chapter 7 Trustee Panel member
- Fast case turnaround at fair, transparent fees
- Super Lawyers and Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated
Watch out: Fewest reviews of the firms on this list (49), so weigh the strong ratings against a smaller sample size.
Services: loan modification loss mitigation, foreclosure defense litigation, bankruptcy foreclosure, consumer debt collection defense
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