Florissant, MO asked in Consumer Law, Real Estate Law and Banking for Missouri

Q: How can I file a suit against a Mortgage Co for overpayment and would I need a Lawyer to do so?

1 Lawyer Answer
Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
Answered
  • Consumer Law Lawyer
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • Licensed in Missouri

A: Your question is not one that can be meaningfully answered in a couple of sentences. It's like asking, "How do I build a house?" or "How do I perform an appendectomy?"

The short answer to your question is that you file a petition in an appropriate court asserting a proper cause of action, assuming you haven't entered into a binding arbitration agreement covering your situation. But that answer doesn't do you much good.

While you have the right to file a lawsuit without an attorney, you are unlikely to prevail against a mortgage company by filing pro se.

If enough money is at stake, schedule an appointment with a local attorney, bring your relevant documents, and obtain informed legal advice. Best wishes.

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