2. •Rosicki, Rosicki & Associates, P.C., a New York-
based mortgage banking law practice with expertise
in areas such as foreclosure, bankruptcy, and
collections, earned its ninth consecutive USFN
Diamond Award of Excellence in 2013. The award is
given to law firms that have demonstrated high
standards in ongoing staff development and client
relations and that have made significant contributions
to leadership in the legal field. Award recipients also
must be active in USFN and in the legal profession.
3. •USFN, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2013,
is a nonprofit resource network for attorneys who
work in the mortgage industry. The organization
provides a number of services, including referrals,
educational seminars, and training resources.
Members also have access to increased business
opportunities and support. The organization’s goal is
to promote competent and ethical legal representation
in matters of real estate finance and to represent the
interests of its members to the industry.