Description

Host: David Wharton

Episode Title: From Litigation to Leadership: Hladik on Mortgage Trends

Duration: Approximately 10 minutes and 58 seconds

Episode Summary:
In this episode of MP Access, we sit down with Stephen Hladik—partner at Hladik, Onorato & Federman, LLP and Chair of the Legal League—live from the Legal League Spring Servicer Summit. Stephen shares his takeaways from a jam-packed conference, offering expert commentary on regulatory uncertainty, the evolving role of state enforcement, and why servicers must “stay the course” with strong compliance. He also discusses key litigation issues, cybersecurity trends, and the Legal League’s ongoing educational and advocacy efforts. If you're working in servicing or compliance, this episode is a must-listen.

Key Discussion:

• The uncertain future of the CFPB and implications for mortgage servicers
• Why state attorneys general may take a bigger role in enforcement
• How servicers should prepare for a potential patchwork of state laws
• Highlights from title, litigation, and consumer protection panels
• Legal League milestones in webinars, training, and strategic advocacy

Resources & Links:

• MortgagePoint Magazine
• Contact Us

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