How to File Your MULTNOMAH COUNTY OREGON REACHES $3.5 MILLION SETTLEMENT IN CLASS ACTION OVER TAX FORECLOSURE SURPLUSES - CLAIMS PROCESS ESTABLISHED FOR FORMER OWNERS Claim

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MULTNOMAH COUNTY OREGON REACHES $3.5 MILLION SETTLEMENT IN CLASS ACTION OVER TAX FORECLOSURE SURPLUSES - CLAIMS PROCESS ESTABLISHED FOR FORMER OWNERS News provided by Kroll Settlement Administration Sep 02, 2025, 10:00 ET Share this article Share toX Share this article Share toX PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The following statement is being issued by Kroll Settlement Administration regarding Lynch et al. v. Multnomah County et al. ("Lynch case"), Case No. 3:2023cv01502. Continue Reading View PDF View detailed press release. Oregon's largest County has reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit on behalf of former owners whose properties were sold at tax sales. Many former owners, heirs, and valid lienholders are now eligible to claim surplus funds generated after their properties were sold at tax foreclosure auctions. The lawsuit, Lynch, et al. v. Multnomah County, et al. pending in federal court in Portland, Oregon, alleges that Oregon Counties' practice of retaining surplus proceeds obtained in a tax sale above the amount of the taxes owed was a "taking" of the owners' property in violation of the U.S. and Oregon Constitutions. Under the settlement agreement between Multnomah and the Plaintiff Class, the county is paying all surplus proceeds it has received since 2017, plus interest, into a settlement fund to pay valid claims of all owners, heirs of deceased owners and valid lienholder interests. The Class Members will be able to complete claim forms online, or by mail. The total amount of the Settlement Fund is $3,515,759.25. The lawsuit was filed in October, 2023, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 9-0 in Tyler v. Hennepin County, a case involving a Minnesota County, that it is an unconstitutional "taking" for a municipality to retain any proceeds of the tax sale in excess of the taxes, fines or costs owed. The Plaintiffs in the Lynch case seek to recover tax surplus from all Oregon Counties. Only Multnomah County has entered into a settlement.The federal district court has authorized notice to be provided to the class members and will hold a hearing on November 10, 2025 to determine if the settlement should receive final approval. The information in the court approved notice to the Class Members including all deadlines is attached.The Plaintiff Class is represented by the law firms of Fink Bressack in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan; Kohn, Swift & Graf, P.C. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, Chartered, LLP in Portland, Maine and Sugerman Dahab in Portland, Oregon.Kroll Settlement Administration has been appointed to administer the settlement claims process.This is only a summary. If you want the Claim Form, more information about your rights under the Settlement, or a more complete description of the litigation and the Settlement, or if you have questions or need to update your address, visit www.MultnomahTaxForeclosureSettlement.com, call (833) 890-3212 or write to Lynch v. Multnomah County c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC, P.O. Box 225391, New York, NY 10150-5391.SOURCE Kroll Settlement Administration 21% more press release views with Request a Demo × Modal title Also from this source Current or former patients or employees of OrthopedicsNY may be affected by a data incident settlement The following statement is being issued by Kroll Settlement Administration regarding Sayers v. OrthopedicsNY, LLP, Case No. 2026-CA-00064, Fla. 17th... Were you notified that your Personal Information may have been compromised by the Complete Payroll Solutions Data Incident? You may be eligible for benefits from a Class Action Settlement. The following statement is being issued by Kroll Settlement Administration regarding Dunn, et al., v. Complete Payroll Solutions, LLC, Case No.... More Releases From This Source Explore Legal Issues News Releases in Similar Topics

The case was brought as a class action, meaning a group of consumers with similar claims sued collectively. Rather than go to trial, the defendant agreed to settle. Class members — people who were affected by the alleged conduct — are eligible to file a claim and receive a share of the settlement fund.

Who Is Eligible to File a Claim?

Many former owners, heirs, and valid lienholders are now eligible to claim surplus funds generated after their properties were sold at tax foreclosure auctions.

No documentation is required to file a basic claim. You self-certify your eligibility when submitting the claim form. The settlement administrator verifies class membership against the defendant's own records.

How Much Can You Get?

Individual payouts are estimated at up to $3515.8k per person. The final amount each claimant receives depends on:

• The total number of valid claims filed
• Whether you have documentation supporting higher-tier compensation
• Attorney fees and administrative costs deducted from the fund

Filing is free and takes under 10 minutes. Even smaller payouts are worth claiming — there is no cost or risk to you.

How to File Your MULTNOMAH COUNTY OREGON REACHES $3.5 MILLION SETTLEMENT IN CLASS ACTION OVER TAX FORECLOSURE SURPLUSES - CLAIMS PROCESS ESTABLISHED FOR FORMER OWNERS Claim — Step by Step

1. Go to the official claims website: Visit c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4498768-1&h=2576984353&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.MultnomahTaxForeclosureSettlement.com&a=www.MultnomahTaxForeclosureSettlement.com. This is the only authorized portal to file your claim. Avoid third-party sites that charge fees to "help" you file.
2. Check your eligibility: Confirm that you meet the class definition — typically that you were a customer or were affected during the specified class period.
3. Complete the claim form: Provide your name, contact information, and any details about your relationship to the defendant. No receipts or proof of purchase are required for a standard claim.
4. Select your payment method: Most administrators offer check, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or virtual prepaid card. Choose whichever is most convenient.
5. Submit and save your confirmation: After submitting, you'll receive a confirmation number or email. Save it — you'll need it to check the status of your claim.

The filing process typically takes 5–10 minutes.

Filing Deadline: TBD — check official site

File before the deadline to preserve your right to compensation. Check the official settlement website for the current claims deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this settlement legitimate?

Yes. This is a court-supervised class action settlement. The claims are administered by Kroll Settlement Administration. Filing is free and there is no obligation to accept the settlement if you prefer to pursue individual litigation.

Do I need a lawyer to file?

No. This is a class action — class counsel (the attorneys who filed the case) represents all class members. Filing your individual claim is free and does not require hiring a personal attorney.

How long until I get paid?

Payments are distributed after the settlement receives final court approval and all claims are processed. This typically takes several months to a year after the claims deadline. Be patient — the timeline is set by the court, not the administrator.

I already filed. Do I need to file again?

No. If you previously submitted a valid claim, you do not need to refile. Check your email for a prior confirmation from the settlement administrator.

What if I can't find the official claims website?

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Bottom Line

/PRNewswire/ -- The following statement is being issued by Kroll Settlement Administration regarding Lynch et al. v. Multnomah County et al. ("Lynch case"),... No proof is required for a standard claim. Filing is free, takes under 10 minutes, and the deadline is TBD — check official site. Don't leave money on the table.

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