Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted California Real Estate Litigation Law Firm
Shapero Law Firm, established in 2017, is a leading California real estate litigation firm specializing in foreclosure defense, complex property disputes, and mortgage litigation. Our team, led by founding attorney Sarah Shapero, combines decades of collective experience with a client-first approach to serve homeowners, investors, and businesses across Northern and Southern California. We deliver results-driven legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs, leveraging deep knowledge of state and federal mortgage laws to protect property rights and financial futures.Our proven track record includes successfully litigating thousands of cases, from wrongful foreclosure actions to multimillion-dollar real estate disputes. We prioritize personalized strategy, regulatory compliance, and aggressive advocacy while maintaining access to expert witnesses and industry professionals. Our commitment to excellence ensures clients receive the highest level of representation through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Services
Foreclosure Defense
Real Estate Litigation
Zombie Mortgages
Commercial Real Estate
Deficiency Judgments
Contract Disputes
Property Line Disputes
Acquisitions and Dispositions
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Decades of combined experience in California real estate and foreclosure law
- Proven track record of favorable litigation outcomes
- Aggressive advocacy in property rights protection
- Client-focused strategies with personalized legal solutions
- Deep knowledge of state and federal mortgage regulations
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
- Lawyer of Distinction
What people say
Saved our home
Knowledgeable attorney
Compassionate representation
Excellent communication
Successful dispute resolution
Services
Foreclosure Defense
Our foreclosure defense attorneys provide strategic legal representation to homeowners facing property loss. We employ tactics like filing civil lawsuits against lenders, obtaining temporary restraining orders, and negotiating loan modifications. With a 95% success rate in halting foreclosure sales, we protect client assets through pre-foreclosure interventions and post-sale remedies while ensuring compliance with California's Homeowner Bill of Rights.
Real Estate Litigation
We resolve complex real estate disputes involving contract conflicts, property boundaries, and transactional issues. Our services cover commercial and residential matters, including non-disclosure disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and construction litigation. We combine aggressive courtroom advocacy with negotiation expertise to protect client interests in both Northern and Southern California's distinct legal environments.
Zombie Mortgage Resolution
Our attorneys address unresolved second mortgage debts through lender negotiations and legal challenges. We identify invalid claims, negotiate debt settlements, and defend against improper collection actions. By examining loan documentation and payment histories, we help clients eliminate lingering liabilities while ensuring compliance with California's anti-deficiency statutes and consumer protection laws.
Commercial Real Estate
We provide comprehensive legal support for commercial property transactions and disputes. Our services include lease negotiations, title dispute resolution, escrow conflict management, and development project representation. We assist investors, developers, and tenants with contract enforcement, financing arrangements, and compliance matters while maintaining focus on protecting commercial real estate investments.
Deficiency Judgment Defense
Our team defends clients against post-foreclosure debt collection attempts. We analyze loan terms for compliance with California's anti-deficiency laws, negotiate debt reductions, and challenge improper judgments in court. By examining procedural errors and lender violations, we help clients avoid wage garnishments and bank levies while developing strategies to protect long-term financial stability.
People
Sarah Shapero
Founding Attorney
With over a decade of litigation experience, Sarah Shapero has secured seven-figure jury trial wins and saved countless homes from foreclosure. A Super Lawyer and Lawyer of Distinction, she specializes in foreclosure, employment, and bankruptcy law across California and federal courts.
Jessica Galleta
Litigation Attorney
Jessica Galleta represents clients in complex real estate litigation matters, focusing on property disputes and transactional conflicts. Her practice emphasizes strategic advocacy and meticulous case preparation to achieve favorable outcomes in California's competitive legal environment.
Caleb Gonzales
Litigation Attorney
Caleb Gonzales specializes in mortgage litigation and foreclosure defense, bringing extensive courtroom experience to challenging lender practices. He focuses on protecting homeowner rights through innovative legal strategies and aggressive representation in Northern California's complex real estate market.
Questions
How can I stop a foreclosure in California?
Contact Shapero Law Firm immediately to explore options like loan modifications, civil lawsuits against lenders, or temporary restraining orders. Our 95% success rate in halting foreclosure sales provides critical time for resolution.
What is a zombie mortgage?
A zombie mortgage occurs when a forgotten second mortgage resurfaces as active debt. Our attorneys negotiate with lenders, challenge improper claims, and protect homeowners from unexpected foreclosure actions or collection attempts.
Can I fight a deficiency judgment?
Yes. California's anti-deficiency laws may protect you. Our lawyers examine loan terms, identify procedural errors, and defend against collection actions to prevent wage garnishments and financial losses from improper judgments.
Do you handle commercial real estate disputes?
Yes. We resolve commercial property conflicts involving contracts, leases, title issues, and development projects. Our services include transactional support, dispute resolution, and litigation to protect business property investments.
What makes Shapero Law Firm different?
Our combination of Super Lawyer recognition, seven-figure trial wins, and personalized advocacy delivers results. We focus exclusively on California real estate law with deep understanding of both Northern and Southern California legal landscapes.
How do I start a consultation?
Call 415-906-6134 or complete our online form for a free consultation. Our San Francisco and Los Angeles offices serve clients statewide with immediate assistance for urgent real estate legal matters.
