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City sues major banks, local agents to stop illegal evictions at foreclosed properties

On Thursday, March 12, City Attorney John Russo announced five lawsuits against major banks and local agents responsible for illegal evictions and abuse of tenants' rights in Oakland. read more

Update: Oakland reaches settlement with JPMorgan Chase on eviction lawsuit

Copies of Complaints:
1. V. JPMorgan Chase
2. V. Fidelity National
3. V. Keller Williams
4. V. Session Real Estate
5. V. Smart Choice Realty

Also see:
City Attorney's Guideline for Tenants' Rights in Foreclosed Housing