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Our attorneys represent municipalities in matters involving the foreclosure of municipal tax liens, including both strict foreclosure actions and foreclosures by sale.

We understand that municipal tax lien foreclosure matters require careful attention to statutory requirements, procedural deadlines, title issues, and the practical needs of municipal clients seeking to recover unpaid taxes and other municipal charges.

At Zabel Schellenberg, we pride ourselves on providing diligent, efficient, and responsive representation to municipalities throughout Connecticut.

Our attorneys have extensive experience handling matters arising from unpaid property taxes, water and sewer charges, blight liens, code enforcement assessments, and other municipal charges that may become liens against real property.

Our municipal clients value the practical insight our attorneys bring to each foreclosure matter.

From the outset of a case, we work closely with tax collectors, finance departments, land records offices, title companies, and other municipal personnel to ensure that the necessary information is gathered, reviewed, and organized.

This hands-on approach allows us to identify potential issues early, maintain clear communication among involved parties, and move each matter forward in a thoughtful and efficient manner.

The foreclosure of municipal tax liens often involves a range of legal and practical considerations, including reviewing title, identifying interested parties, assessing lien priority, preparing demand letters, drafting foreclosure pleadings, addressing service and notice requirements, and pursuing judgment through strict foreclosure or foreclosure by sale.

Our attorneys and support staff are experienced in managing each stage of this process with the diligence and urgency these matters require.

We also recognize that not every foreclosure matter requires the same approach.

Our attorneys are skilled negotiators and regularly work with property owners, lenders, lienholders, and counsel to resolve delinquencies, cure arrearages, and achieve practical outcomes where possible.

When litigation is necessary, we are prepared to pursue the matter efficiently and effectively on behalf of our municipal clients.

Our commitment to thorough preparation, responsive communication, and organized case management gives municipalities confidence that their foreclosure matters are being handled with care from start to finish.

Whether assisting with pre-suit review, litigation, judgment, or post-judgment recordings, Zabel Schellenberg brings diligence, experience, and practical judgment to every municipal tax lien foreclosure matter we handle.

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