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Mary Conception Anderson

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  • Bothell, WA
  • Licensed for 9 years
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About Mary

Hello, I am an attorney in the greater Bellevue/Seattle area. Prior to obtaining my Juris Doctor degree from Seattle University School of Law, I worked in many aspects of the Real Estate field. During my 15 year career in Real Estate, I underwrote loans for large and successful banks, as well as loans for private mortgage insurance companies. 

Because of my extensive knowledge as a Real Estate Underwriter, it was a seamless transition for me when I chose to become a licensed realtor. As a real estate agent, I negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers, and educated my borrowers before, during, and throughout the entire home buying process. As such, my chosen career path has served as a catalyst for my lifelong goal and passion of becoming an attorney with my primary focus in real estate law.

My law firm, ‘Guidance to Justice, PLLC.’ speaks volumes toward my stance in law. I guide and assist consumers with loan modifications/mediation, wrongful foreclosures, short sale negotiation, debt negotiation, review of loan documentation pre/post-closing,  and finally, violation of civil rights. It is my goal and strong desire to give individuals a voice in the midst of the chaos while being treated in an unfair manner. Because I have experienced working in the real estate market at its lucrative height, at its all-time low, and everywhere in between, I am confident to call my knowledge in real estate law- keen and thorough.

My strong belief is that knowledge is meant to be shared, not kept in secret. As such, I always strive to help individuals know their rights, understand their rights, and finally invoke their rights.
Please, feel free to read and research my website for any questions or concerns you may have regarding your current real estate situation. I understand that no one circumstance is identical, therefore, feel free to contact my office via telephone or e-mail

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Practice areas

Civil rightsReal estateLitigationCar accident
  1. Car accident: 40%

  2. Litigation: 30%

  3. Real estate: 20%

  4. Civil rights: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Guidance to Justice Law Firm, PLLC

19125 North Creek Parkway
Suite 120
Bothell, WA, 98011

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      WAActive201105/10/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2020
      Top 100 Civil Plaintiff LawyerThe National Trial Lawyers2019
      Top 100 LawyersThe National Black Lawyers2019
      Nation's Top One PercentNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2019
      10 Best Female AttorneysAmerican Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys2019
      Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2018
      Top 100 LawyersThe National Black Lawyers2018
      Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2017
      Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2016
      Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2015
      Pro Bono Publico Service CommendationWashington State Bar Association2014
      Consumer Rights Litigation Conference Committee AwardNational Consumer Law Center2012
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Trial LawyerGuidance to Justice Law Firm, PLLC2012 - Present
      PresidentEverett Mutual Mortgage2004 - 2008
      RealtorPreview Properties2000 - 2008
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeMember2015 - Present
      Washington State Association for JusticeMember2013 - Present
      National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember2012 - Present
      Washington State Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
      Northwest National Consumer Law CenterSecretary2013 - 2017
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeN/A2015
      Seattle University School of LawJD - Juris DoctorN/A
      Central Washington UniversityBA - Bachelor of ArtsN/A
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Washington State Association for JusticeHow to prove compensatory and punitive damages in a police misconduct case2017
      Botswana Trial Practice and SkillsTrial Skills2017
      Foreclosure and Housing Saving TalkTips, Tools and Lessons Learned for Successful Mediations and Foreclosure defense2015
      CLE for mediators and attorneysMediator's tips, tools and common misconceptions2014
      Real Estate Law EducationLoan Modifications, Bankruptcy2013
      Real Estate LawShort Sales and Foreclosure Fairness Act2012
      Real Estate LawLoan Modification, Foreclosures, Short Sales, and Bankruptcy2012
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Lovelace v. Deutsche Bank et alConfidential Settlement
      Lyons v. U.S. Bank National Assn9-0 opinion by our State Supreme Court - Consumers may bring a consumer protection claim, absent a foreclosure sale
      Lawson v. City of SeattleSettled
      Debt NegotiationNegotiated release of lien of debt of $400,000 for a one lump sum payment of $75,000.
      In re BryceFavorable Judgment
      Loan ModificationPrincipal forgiveness of over $100,000 with monthly payments from $2100 to $900 per month.
      Loan ModificationSignificant mortgage payment reduction and $45,000 loan forgiveness
      BankruptcyAfter a long fought trial, client was awarded damages and still resides in their home

      Reviews

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      Mary is spectacular

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      Mary settled a very complicated case where I had invested money on a real estate flip. Her diligence and expertise settled my case completely in my favor and I honestly believe no other attorney could have done it better. Mary and her team are simply the best.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Very Professional and Efficient

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      We hired Mary to assist in drafting a private mortgage contract and the related real estate transaction. Mary did an excellent job: detail oriented and professional in representing us as this matter between different members of our family. The quality of all communications was exemplary - common sense language for legal matters. We can wholeheartedly recommend Mary and her firm!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Mary is a Miracle Worker!!

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      I felt depressed, defeated and all but knew that I had a personal injury case that could not be won. I felt that I had severely ruined any chance of coming out victorious on the other side of my unfortunate car accident because I sunk into such a dark place. My severe physical pain morphed into mental anguish and I would lie in bed with both physical and mental pain for days and weeks at at time. I simply could not bring myself to go to my doctor appointments as often as I wanted and frankly, needed to. The smartest decision I made during my horrific predicament was hiring Mary Anderson from Guidance To Justice Law Firm to fight for me! I had no idea that there are Lawyers out there that truly care for their client prior to meeting Mary. She literally took my hand, and the enormous weight off my shoulders as she guided me every step of the way. My case was a process, almost a journey; and every time I felt like giving up it was like I had an angel on my shoulders lifting up my spirits and renewing my determination to get what I deserved! From the bottom of my heart, thank you Mary! My case was won, and it is in very large part - because of you!! I would recommend Mary Anderson from Guidance to Justice Law Firm to absolutely ANYONE in the world, including my closest friends and family!!
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      Rejected modification

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      My modification was originally approved, but was only a trial modification. I went through the trial period and the mortgage company sent the final modification to my bankruptcy attorney. I did not get it and of course did not sign it. The final mod. was rejected. Mary called several times and responded with an appeal. through her efforts it was eventually approved. Thanks Mary
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      Thanks for a job well done

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      Prior to hiring Mary Anderson, I searched for an attorney to take my case regarding settling a breach of contract involving real estate. It was a rather complicated case stemming from a domestic violence issue. I spoke with several attorneys prior to Mary and being that there was no written contract on the matter, no one was willing to help me. Mary Anderson was referred to me by another attorney who felt that she was diligent and was a good fit to help me with my problem. He was absolutely correct. Mary was reassuring, knowledgeable, thorough, and efficient. She navigated the legal system like a true professional and did an incredible job in helping me to win my case. I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney for the job. I highly recommend Mary Anderson.
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      Representation with Professionalism and Kindness

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      Mary Anderson is a consummate professional who handled my bankruptcy case with kindness and compassion. She answered every question along the way guiding me through a challenging process. Mary's commitment to justice for her clients is unsurpassed.
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      Mary Anderson did a superb job for us

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      We needed a fighter, and we got one in Mary Anderson of Guidance to Justice Law Firm. She is knowledgeable, capable and very dedicated to fair lending practices which keep people in their homes. Her integrity and confidence make it a whole new ball game. She doesn’t quit. We had a high interest home loan which eventually we could not keep up. We were being foreclosed on and had not made mortgage payments over the previous year. We had gone through mediation, which was a disaster, because we followed well-meaning but bad advice. When mediation failed, we filed Chapter 13 Bankruptcy to prevent foreclosure. The mortgage lender was appeased by the terms of the bankruptcy, but within a year we fell short of the full monthly bankruptcy payments. We faced the same fact that we faced when we struggled with the mortgage payments in years past: we simply were not making enough income to keep up. Our bankruptcy was dismissed and again we were on the brink of foreclosure. Our lawyer referred us to Mary Anderson. We knew we had a bad track record, but we believed that the lender had made a refinance arrangement impossible for us to meet, and that their intent was to foreclose and write us off, period. Mary dug in, had us provide detailed financial information, income, expenses, budget, etc. She negotiated with the lender over several months and succeeded in getting a temporary refinance agreement. We reviewed the terms and thought we would fail again. We were actually looking at affordable senior housing apartments when we met with Mary to consider the temporary refinance. We were tired and discouraged, we’d come to the point of finally letting go of our modest old house we’d occupied for over twenty years. Mary talked us off the ledge. “You can afford this!” she said. She had delivered on what we had set out to do, and she believed we could succeed. “Oh, yeah, they’re expecting you to fail,” she said, and that did it. We resolved to take it on. We did succeed at making regular payments for the three month trial period. We got a call from a new guy handling our loan, who was setting up the permanent loan modification. The loan package he sent was not the HAMP loan we had been promised. We had made another mistake by not immediately referring the new guy to negotiate directly with Mary. When we called her and said we didn’t like what was going on, she jumped right back into the fray. Because the lender no longer offered HAMP loans, they were offering something similar, but not as good. Mary negotiated, and when it looked rough, she initiated another mediation session. On the brink of our mediation date, the lender presented an acceptable loan modification. Mary had pressed the lender hard enough that they did not want to undergo a second mediation and possible subsequent legal complications. We get it that you’ve been fighting a long time. You’ve sought help; you’ve tried everything you could think of, and nothing has worked for long. Maybe, like us, you’ve made mistakes. You feel cornered by the fact that you have many months of unpaid mortgage payments. You feel insecure, afraid, anxious, even ashamed. Consult with Mary Anderson. Phone her office and make an appointment. Pull together your loan information and personal financial records and sit down with her to determine what can be done. From the start you will feel respected and heartened. Good luck!

      Home Modification

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      After 4 years of trying to obtain a modification on my home loan which involved numerous modification packages submitted, 2 mediation meetings with the lender, and another lawyer, Mary was able to help me obtain a HAMP loan. I cannot express my indebtedness for Mary's ability to deal with the insidious methods of the banking institution. I had given up any hope of a resolution and had been told numerous times by many people (lawyers, financial people, real estate individuals) that my situation was helpless and to short sale my property. Mary was my last hope and she instilled the confidence that it was not a lost cause. I am so thankful for her professionalism, knowledge and ability to perform so successfully. I highly recommend her to anyone in a similar situation!

      Top-Notch Homeowner Representatoin

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      Fell behind on my home mortgage payments and in danger of losing my home. I had a very bad experience with the first lawyer I hired to assist me in getting a loan modification. Someone I trust recommended Mary. My situation was both complex and difficult. She was honest with me about the challenges but she was undaunted and knew what had to be done. I knew I was in very capable hands. Mary was able to negotiate a favorable loan modification, far better than I had hoped. I will be eternally grateful and would recommend Mary to anyone needing help with home mortgage problems!

      Debt Relief

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      I was extremely impressed with Mary Anderson for all the work she did on my bankruptcy. She was able to get all of my debt discharged. As a single parent, I fell behind in some bills and needed quick relief. I thought filing bankruptcy would be very intense and a long process. However, there was not a lot of back and forth since Mary was very thorough and precise with her directions making it easy for me to comply. I recommend Mary for anyone who is thinking about filing bankruptcy. If you are looking for an attorney to get the job done the fist time around, Mary is your answer. I thank her for a job well done.
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      Vonya Quarles, Litigation Attorney on Feb 6, 2016
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer because I've seen her bring cases to life. If I need a litigant, Mary C. Anderson would be my pick. She brings her whole self into the process and her results prove it.

      Gregory McMenamy, Civil rights Attorney on Oct 16, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mary is an outstanding lawyer and a wonderful person. She holds the intellect, drive and compassion to obtain the best results possible for her clients. She is also a genuine joy to be around and you will be happy to have her fighting for your case.

      Michael Litman, Litigation Attorney on Sep 25, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I met Mary Anderson this summer at the Trial Lawyer College at the Gerry Spence's Ranch in Wyoming. Mary is a lawyer with feelings, care and concern about her clients. Mary, will take the time to fully understand a client's case and fully represent that person to the fullest extent of the law. I highly recommend Mary to be your lawyer.

      Samantha Amato

      Mary not only fights for her clients, but she truly cares about her clients and takes the time to listen and understand their concerns. It is rare to find an attorney who is so passionate about her client and such a strong advocate for their cases. I highly recommend Mary.

      Pressley Henningsen, Foreclosure Attorney on Sep 21, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I've had the great occasion to watch Mary work on her skills - I watched her deliver an extremely moving and powerful closing. She has the skills to win your case. She is also kind and caring but will speak the truth with you. She is a great person and attorney not afraid to take on the powerful and corrupt defendants.

      Phillip Hall, Foreclosure Attorney on Sep 17, 2015
      Relationship: Other

      I got to know Mary at Trial Lawyers College. She is a fantastic attorney. There is absolutely no question that she cares about her clients. If you are needing an attorney, look no further than Mary.

      Matthew Passen

      Mary is a fearless advocate for her clients. I had the privilege of getting to know her over a several-week trial program, and what stood out to me was her courage and determination to obtain justice for her clients. She's also just a great human being.

      Ceola McDonald, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 14, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Mary Conception Anderson. Not only is Mary a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community, she provides a wealth of knowledge, experience and compassion for her clients that is unparalleled. I would not hesitate to hire Mary as my personal attorney.

      Jed Cain

      Mary is a great lawyer that really cares about her clients. She is a tenacious yet compassionate advocate. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney in Washington.

      Michael Kyle

      I endorse this lawyer. Mary is a skilled trial attorney. She has a natural insight into people that makes her exceptional both in and out of the courtroom. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Mary.

      Pablo Sartorio

      Mary is a magnificent and talented attorney. I had the opportunity and the pleasure to meet Mary during a course that lasted a few weeks. Mary is a very strong and compassionate individual. She works very hard to make sure her clients are heard and get justice. She is a fighter and someone you want in your corner.

      Shashi Vijay, Litigation Attorney on Apr 1, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mary is an awesome lawyer. She is intelligent, experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate. She is incredibly generous with her time and never hesitates to help fellow lawyers. I am happy to endorse her.

      Dianna Caley, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. She is fantastic lawyer with a passion for solving her client's problems. I have referred cases to her on multiple occasions.

      Erin Sperger, Foreclosure Attorney on Sep 10, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      What else can I say about Mary? I have consulted her on foreclosure issues and she is the perfect combination. She is knowledgeable, compassionate and fearless.

      Michelle Kaplan, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 2, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mary is a great advocate for her clients dealing with difficult financial situations. I recommend Mary to anyone who needs assistance dealing with a foreclosure or possible bankruptcy.

      Darcel Lobo, Foreclosure Attorney on Sep 30, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I think Mary is a great attorney and wouldn't hesitate to refer to her for someone needing assistance with foreclosure defense. She has experience and passion for this area of law and any client would be very pleased with her representation.

      Sheri Nevlin, Real estate Attorney on Sep 27, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mary is one of the most aggressive and competent real estate litigation attorneys in the Puget Sound. In particular, Mary is especially equipped to handle complex cases involving unlawful foreclosures. I refer my clients to Mary should they ever need to have a review for an unlawful foreclosure of their homes and for other matters requiring litigation against mortgage companies and banks. If you want an advocate who is on your side then seek Mary's help.

      Rachel Edmiston, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 27, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Nathaniel Wylie, Litigation Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have had the opportunity to personally observe Mary's tireless efforts on behalf of her clients over the past few years. Her dedication and tenacity in the pursuit of her client's best interests is remarkable. I have witnessed these efforts culminate in fantastic outcomes time and time again. I endorse Mary's skill and diligence without reservation. You will be in great hands if Mary handles your loan modification, foreclosure defense or bankruptcy.

      Rebecca Hernandez, Foreclosure Attorney on Jul 23, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mary impresses me because she possesses extensive knowledge about foreclosure and the loan modification process. Mary works tirelessly for what is right and is a zealous advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$350-$450/hour
        OTHER BILLING TYPES
        • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
          30%-40%
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