A&B ABstract: New Jersey is the latest state to require the licensing of an entity that passively invests in whole residential mortgage loans on a servicing-released basis or in the servicing rights in such loans. The New Jersey Department of … [Continue reading] about New Jersey Requires License to Hold Mortgage Servicing Rights
Alston & Bird Adds Senior Consumer Finance Litigator in San Francisco Office
Alston & Bird continues its Bay Area growth with the addition of senior litigator Jim McCabe as counsel. McCabe joins from Morrison & Foerster LLP, where he practiced for more than 30 years, most recently as senior of counsel. “Jim is a … [Continue reading] about Alston & Bird Adds Senior Consumer Finance Litigator in San Francisco Office
Supreme Court Ruling Addresses FDCPA Statute of Limitations
A&B ABstract: On December 10, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court held that, absent the application of an equitable doctrine, the one-year statute of limitations for actions against debt collectors under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act … [Continue reading] about Supreme Court Ruling Addresses FDCPA Statute of Limitations
CFPB Issues New Edition of Supervisory Highlights
A&B ABstract: The Fall 2019 edition of the CFPB’s Supervisory Highlights focuses on credit reporting issues of interest. Discussion The Fall 2019 edition of Supervisory Highlights represents the second time the Consumer Financial Protection … [Continue reading] about CFPB Issues New Edition of Supervisory Highlights
Alston & Bird Expands Privacy and Cybersecurity Capabilities with Former FTC Veteran
Alston & Bird has expanded its privacy and cybersecurity litigation practice in Washington, D.C. with partner, Kathleen Benway. Benway, a former U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chief of staff, brings exceptional experience at the FTC, FCC, … [Continue reading] about Alston & Bird Expands Privacy and Cybersecurity Capabilities with Former FTC Veteran