Cash payments available for former property owners & lienholders
If you (or a family member) lost property to a Clackamas County tax foreclosure, you may be entitled to a share of a $2.47 million settlement.
This case is about surplus money—and whether the county should have returned it.
Why this lawsuit exists?
The lawsuit alleges that Clackamas County:
Did not return surplus proceeds after selling tax-foreclosed properties, or
Kept properties worth more than the tax debt without compensating the original owners
These are often called “surplus-proceeds claims.”
Clackamas County denies wrongdoing, but agreed to settle to avoid ongoing litigation and risk.
Who qualifies??
You may be eligible if you:
Owned property (or had an ownership interest), or
Held a valid lien on a property, or
Are you an heir, successor, or assignee of someone who did
AND
The property was foreclosed on by Clackamas County for unpaid taxes
The redemption period expired between Oct. 12, 2017 and Jan. 12, 2024
The property is listed in the settlement’s eligible property list (Exhibit A)
The county:
Sold the property for more than what was owed, or
Still owns it and may sell it for more than the debt
How much can you get?
Pro rata cash payment (a share of the net settlement fund)
Your final amount depends on:
Number of valid claims filed
Whether others claim the same property
If multiple people claim the same property, the payment will be split (divided among claimants).
In some cases, if the county still owns the property, you may have the option to redeem it by paying the taxes, costs, and interest.
Your options
| Option | What it means | Key Date |
|---|---|---|
| File a Claim | Submit a claim to receive your share of the settlement | May 25, 2026 |
| Opt Out | Deadline has passed (no longer available) | March 13, 2026 |
| Object | Deadline has passed (no longer available) | March 13, 2026 |
| Fairness Hearing | The court reviewed the settlement’s fairness | March 18, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | You get no payment and give up your rights | No deadline |
How to file a claim?
Online (fastest)
Visit the official settlement website:
https://www.clackamastaxforeclosuresettlement.com/
By mail
Send your completed claim form to:
Lynch v. Multnomah County (Clackamas County)
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
P.O. Box 225391
New York, NY 10150-5391
What you’ll need
Member ID from your settlement notice
Depending on your role, you may also need:
Heirs/successors: wills, probate documents, death certificates
Trustees/representatives: power of attorney or trust documents
Property owners: deeds, tax statements, assessments
Lienholders: lien documents or balance statements
How you’ll get paid
Electronic payment (for online claims)
Paper check by mail
When will payments be sent?
Payments will be issued after:
The court grants final approval, and
The claims process is completed
