Paul is a tenacious litigator who can see beyond the surface of a matter and identify creative strategies to achieve client outcomes. Years of experience both in court and examining fraud schemes give him a sixth sense for when something is off, allowing him to exploit every advantage for his client.
CONTACT PAUL
(213) 344-1793
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PAUL LEVIN
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, 97 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, 03
Paul is based out of our LA office.
Paul is a seasoned litigator specializing in fraud recovery, with a focus on civil remedies for victims of financial deceit. He has a deep understanding of how various individuals and entities can be defrauded and excels in leading investigations and devising strategies to recover losses. Over the course of his 20+ year career, Paul has investigated and pursued claims across a broad spectrum of fraud cases and his extensive experience and recognized contributions to the field make him a go-to expert for those seeking to right the wrongs of financial fraud through litigation.
Paul’s experience spans numerous sectors where he has successfully litigated against parties such as insurers, attorneys, appraisers, developers, advisors, and brokers for various misrepresentations and omissions. His work has led to the recovery of hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients, demonstrating his prowess in navigating complex legal landscapes.
Before joining MM&H, Paul was a key figure at IndyMac Bank as the Co-Director of the Fraud Recovery and Loss Mitigation unit and Senior Litigation Counsel, managing nationwide litigation and providing legal support for mortgage banking operations. Prior to IndyMac, he practiced at Bryan Cave LLP in Santa Monica. Paul also founded a boutique firm, where he continued to shape his expertise in fraud recovery until he joined MM&H in 2023.
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- FBI Award for Exceptional Service in the Public Interest, August 2010
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
- “Litigation and Recovery Strategies in Mortgage Fraud Cases”
Fifth National Forum on Preventing, Detecting and Resolving Mortgage Fraud - “Identifying and Addressing Fraud Post-Closing”
MBA National Fraud Issues Conference - “Recovery Options – Recouping Losses Through Litigation”
Mortgagefraudblog.com Conference - “The Nuts and Bolts of Loan Repurchase and Indemnification Litigation”
California Mortgage Bankers Association, Loan Servicing Conference
- Founding Partner, Mortgage Recovery Law Group LLP, Glendale, CA, 2008-2023
- VP, Senior Litigation Counsel. IndyMac Bank, FSB, Pasadena, CA, 2006-2008
- Associate at Bryan Cave LLP, Santa Monica, CA, 2003-2006
REPRESENTATIVE CASES
Case No.906
Recovery of loan losses from title insurer where title agent failed to disclose flip transaction on title commitment and failed to collect borrower down payment.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.907
Defeat of representation and warranty claims under mortgage loan purchase agreement on limitations grounds.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.908
Motion to strike affirmative comparative fault defense granted. Defeated comparative fault defense raised by defendant appraiser targeting lender’s purported negligent underwriting.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.905
Successful pursuit of losses arising out fraudulent business loan scheme involving dozens of identities and fabricated guarantor identities.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.904
Successful enforcement of correspondent loan sale agreement; successful demurrer to defendant’s comparative fault defense.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.903
Recovery of loan losses and fraudulent transfers arising out of property flipping scheme organized by Northern California realtor.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.902
SJ Motion Granted. Judgment entered against closing agent due to failure to abide by lender closing instructions; defeated attacks at causation and lender’s purported negligent underwriting.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
Case No.901
[COMPLEX FINANCIAL] Bench trial opinion; 11th Circuit affirming opinion. Judgment entered after trial against title insurer arising from its agent’s failure to collect down payment from borrower; standing defense defeated.
Industry: Finance & Insurance
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PAUL LEVIN
Paul is a tenacious litigator who can see beyond the surface of a matter and identify creative strategies to achieve client outcomes. Years of experience both in court and examining fraud schemes give him a sixth sense for when something is off, allowing him to exploit every advantage for his client.
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CONTACT PAUL
T: (213) 344-1793
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, 97 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, 03
Paul is a seasoned litigator specializing in fraud recovery, with a focus on civil remedies for victims of financial deceit. He has a deep understanding of how various individuals and entities can be defrauded and excels in leading investigations and devising strategies to recover losses. Over the course of his 20+ year career, Paul has investigated and pursued claims across a broad spectrum of fraud cases and his extensive experience and recognized contributions to the field make him a go-to expert for those seeking to right the wrongs of financial fraud through litigation.
Paul’s experience spans numerous sectors where he has successfully litigated against parties such as insurers, attorneys, appraisers, developers, advisors, and brokers for various misrepresentations and omissions. His work has led to the recovery of hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients, demonstrating his prowess in navigating complex legal landscapes.
Before joining MM&H, Paul was a key figure at IndyMac Bank as the Co-Director of the Fraud Recovery and Loss Mitigation unit and Senior Litigation Counsel, managing nationwide litigation and providing legal support for mortgage banking operations. Prior to IndyMac, he practiced at Bryan Cave LLP in Santa Monica. Paul also founded a boutique firm, where he continued to shape his expertise in fraud recovery until he joined MM&H in 2023.
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- FBI Award for Exceptional Service in the Public Interest, August 2010
- “Litigation and Recovery Strategies in Mortgage Fraud Cases”
Fifth National Forum on Preventing, Detecting and Resolving Mortgage Fraud - “Identifying and Addressing Fraud Post-Closing”
MBA National Fraud Issues Conference - “Recovery Options – Recouping Losses Through Litigation”
Mortgagefraudblog.com Conference - “The Nuts and Bolts of Loan Repurchase and Indemnification Litigation”
California Mortgage Bankers Association, Loan Servicing Conference
- Founding Partner, Mortgage Recovery Law Group LLP, Glendale, CA, 2008-2023
- VP, Senior Litigation Counsel. IndyMac Bank, FSB, Pasadena, CA, 2006-2008
- Associate at Bryan Cave LLP, Santa Monica, CA, 2003-2006